MA Professional Writing

Additional Information & Requirements

Statement of Purpose addressing their preparation for and goals for the MAPW program and a rationale for the choice of concentration and support areas; One copy of representative writing samples from both the concentration and the support area, not to exceed 25 pages; Have earned or be in the process of completing a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum 3.0 grade point average on a 4.0 scale; GRE is optional. Applicants who opt to take the test must show a total score of 520 verbal and a minimum 4.5 analytic writing. Applicants who opt not to take the GRE must show evidence in the Statement of Purpose. An applicant who has been previously accepted into or completed a graduate program at an accredited college or university including previous acceptance in the MAPW, as evidenced by official transcripts is exempt from the GRE and the optional requirements. Applicants may submit up to 3 optional letters of recommendation. TOEFL - Minimum required score: Internet version iBT - 80. IELTS- Minimum required score: 6.5. Copy of your Passport.