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MFA in Writing

3 Years On Campus Masters Program

University of San Francisco

Program Overview

The Master of Fine Arts in Writing program offers graduate students an intimate, personalized learning experience while taking advantage of San Francisco s vibrant, eclectic literary scene. Founded in 1986, the program is designed to instruct writers in creative techniques, nurture their individual development and vision, and help them thrive in the larger community of writers.Our two-and-a-half year program offers workshops and literature seminars in the genres of fiction, poetry, and nonfiction. The distinctive design of the program emphasizes the connection between reading and the students own writing and fosters collegial relationships among faculty and students in small classes. All courses are taught by accomplished practicing writers, so that both literature seminars and workshops pay detailed attention to craft.

Program Key Stats

$26610 (Annual cost)



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Eligibility Criteria


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Additional Information & Requirements

Official transcripts, Two letters of recommendation, Statement of purpose, Resume

Career Options

  • An array of jobs in technical and digital fields
  • marketing
  • public relations
  • journalism
  • arts administration
  • and editing

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