During their last semester, when they are preparing their Master's Reports, all students receive a full fellowship. Students graduate with a Master of Arts in English with a concentration in Creative Writing. Each student admitted for the M.F.A. receives full-time support with a James A. Michener Fellowship, and fellowships are renewable for all three years of the program, contingent upon annual reviews. Students graduate with a Master's of Fine Arts in Writing. There are many reasons why one program may be more appealing than another depending on your individual needs.
Some students prefer a shorter or longer program for career advancement or personal reasons.
Similarly, some students appreciate the M.F.A's multi-genre emphasis, whereas others are ready to focus on one genre. Assessing your needs as a writer are important when considering which program is right for you. Although students may apply for both the M.A. and the M.F.A. Programs, each application must be conducted separately. The English Department cannot answer questions about the M.F.A. Program, nor can the Michener Center for Writers answer questions about the M.A. concentration. Students interested in applying to the M.A. Concentration can visit our application node.