Creative
Writing (MFA in English)
The
MFA in English with a focus in Creative
Writing is awarded
by the Graduate College. The Creative Writing Program, also known as the Iowa Writers' Workshop, also offers Nondegree Course Work. For the MFA in English with a focus in nonfiction writing, apply to the Nonfiction Writing Program.
UI General Catalog Description
Admission to the Iowa Writers' Workshop
Applicants must meet the requirements of the Graduate College and the Iowa Writers' Workshop.
Estimated costs of attendance
Tuition and fees vary by degree program and the type of student you are.
Estimated Costs of Attendance
Application deadlines
- Fall Semester—January 3
- Spring Semester—not offered
Application procedures
For this program, you need to send some application materials to the Office of Admissions, which handles Graduate College applications, and some materials to the Creative Writing Program.
Materials to send to the Creative Writing Program:
Materials to send to Admissions:
- A second set of your official academic records/transcripts
- Your official
GRE scores are not required for admission to this program. However, applications that include GRE scores may be more competitive for a greater range of financial assistance.
- If you choose to submit GRE scores, the University's institutional code is 6681.
- International
students must send their official TOEFL scores from the Educational
Testing Service (the University's institutional code is 6681).
- Once recommended for admission, international students must send a Financial
Statement.
Apply
If you Apply
Online, the $60 application fee ($100 for international students) is payable by Discover, MasterCard, or Visa. If
you cannot pay by credit card, you may Download
and Print an Application* and pay the fee by check or money order
in U.S. currency made payable to "The University of Iowa."
Contact information
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