Writing Seminars, Master of Fine Arts at Johns Hopkins University

Programme overview

The Writing Seminars offers a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in fiction and poetry. Students admitted to the MFA program enroll in two years of course work and produce a substantial manuscript in the form of a novel or collection of fiction or poetry. This two-year program is designed for students committed to the study and practice of literary writing at the highest level of accomplishment. Approximately four poets and four fiction writers will be admitted annually.

Faculty: Krieger School of Arts and Sciences | Duration: two years | Study mode: full-time | Location: Baltimore, MD, United States

What you will study

Students enroll in one of two program tracks: Fiction or Poetry Residency Requirement: two full years of residency in Baltimore

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Application information

Entry requirements

MFA candidates are chosen based on the ability and willingness to undertake serious study in the literary arts. Applicants must be able to demonstrate aptitude for college teaching. All students receive financial aid in the form of full tuition and a teaching assistantship. To apply, please visit the Krieger School Graduate Admissions website and select ‘Apply Now’.

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