Program Cost for Master's in Creative Writing
The program cost includes tuition for 44 credits and accommodation and meals for the four 10-day residencies. Our cohort pricing means that as long as you are continuously enrolled in the program with your cohort for 3 years plus the final summer residency, the charges will not increase. Travel expenses and any other costs associated with the collaboratively designed outside experience are not included.
Below are the curriculum and costs for students who start the program in Summer 2025. Room and meals are included and cannot be deducted from the program cost.
Total program cost: $44,690
Additional fees include: technology fee (e.g. online learning platforms, course sites, email and storage accounts) ($270/year) and wellness fee (e.g. virtual wellness options, accommodations, virtual consultations) ($110/year), a one-time matriculation fee ($205), thesis binding ($100), books and materials for coursework.
MFA Program Cost Breakdown 2025 Cohort
| Term | Coursework & Residency | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Summer 2025 | Coursework (4 Credits): $3,997 Summer Residency: Room $425, Meals $710 | $5,132 |
| Fall 2025 | Coursework (4 Credits) | $3,997 |
| Spring 2026 | Coursework (4 Credits) | $3,997 |
| Summer 2026 | Coursework (4 Credits): $3,997 Summer Residency: Room $440, Meals $725 | $5,162 |
| Fall 2026 | Coursework (4 Credits) | $3,997 |
| Spring 2027 | Coursework (4 Credits) | $3,997 |
| Summer 2027 | Coursework (4 Credits): $3,997 Summer Residency: Room $455, Meals $740 | $5,192 |
| Fall 2027 | Coursework (4 Credits) | $3,997 |
| Spring 2028 | Coursework (8 Credits) | $3,997 |
| Summer 2028 | Coursework (4 Credits): $3,997 Summer Residency: Room $470, Meals $755 | $5,222 |
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