Program Overview

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The Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing is designed to develop skills in writing fiction and reading literature. By the end of the program, students will have completed a book-length manuscript of their own creative work. The courses are all offered 100% online. After completing this fully online MFA program, students will have achieved a level of sophistication in their writing that will allow them to pursue a number of career options.

Program

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Program Length

36 Credit Hours

Location

Online

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The fully online Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing is a two-year, 36 credit program divided into five different components: workshop courses, literature courses, craft courses, a literary research course, and a supervised thesis. Each workshop will be led by a published faculty member. During the course of the program, each student will have had the opportunity to work with multiple published authors.

This course of study is designed to advance the skills and knowledge of current and future writing professionals. By utilizing a combination of theoretical inquiry and practical application, students will gain greater insight into what makes writing worthy of publication. This online MFA will prepare students to pursue the life of a professional writer.

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Creative Writing (MFA) Program Requirements

• Create an account and submit our online application. Once submitted, you can follow your application process through the application portal.
• Submit official transcripts from an accreditor that is recognized by the US Department of Education stating the conferral of the Bachelor’s degree or higher with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 based on a 4.0 system. *To be considered official, transcripts must be received in a sealed envelope from the institution or through secured electronic delivery.
• Please upload a 10 to 20-page writing sample in fiction to your application portal.

Admissions Requirements Required Courses

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PROGRAM DETAILS

The program combines the guidance of published authors with an in-depth course schedule that focuses on your development as a fiction writer. Every graduate with an MFA in Creative Writing from CSP will be well-equipped to pursue any number of careers as a writer.

Your path through the required coursework will be clear and expansive. Dive into creative writing elements, explore contemporary novels, consider the ethics of creative nonfiction, contemplate poetic works, and even learn the ins and outs of editing and publishing.

You’ll have the opportunity to work with multiple published authors who will provide their expertise alongside helpful critiques. Every workshop course is led by a published faculty member who seeks to elevate your ability as a writer by sharing their wealth of knowledge.

Whether you’re a current or future writing professional, by the end of the course you’ll have advanced your practical skills and knowledge as a creative writer. By utilizing a combination of theoretical inquiry and practical application, you will gain greater insight into what makes writing worthy of publication. This online MFA will prepare you to pursue the life of a professional writer in any number of vital roles such as authorship, communications, and marketing.

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Dr. Debra Beilke

Professor of English

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Matt Ryan

Associate Professor of English Director for the MFA in Creative Writing program

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Theresa FitzPatrick

Chair, Department of English, History, Language, and Political Science, Assistant Professor of English

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Technology Requirements

Students enrolling at Concordia University, St. Paul must have access to a computer that meets Concordia’s technology requirements. Contact the University Help Desk at

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(651) 641-8866

with any questions regarding these requirements.

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Student Testimonials

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Shelly Schwalm

Assistant Professor of Christian Ministry, DCE (Director of Christian Education) Program Director

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