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Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing

Shorelight Group - Rutgers University - Camden

USA,New Jersey

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24 Months

Duration

CAD 27,592/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 70 FREE

Application Fee

Aug 2025

Apply Date

USA, New Jersey

Type: University

Location Type: Rural

Founded: 1926

Total Students: 4,500 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

303 Cooper St, Camden, NJ 08102, United States

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Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing

Program Overview

Creative Writing (M.F.A.)

What sets apart the Rutgers University–Camden Creative Writing M.F.A. program? Our distinguished, award-winning faculty excels in teaching a multi-genre approach spanning poetry, fiction, and creative nonfiction. Located on historic Cooper Street, the Writers House serves as the heart of our vibrant literary community, hosting workshops and seminars. Here, you’ll not only find writing models but also immerse yourself in the writer’s life within an engaged community.

With our distinguished and award-winning faculty, you will receive guidance from experienced writers who are experts in their respective fields. They will help you hone your craft, providing invaluable feedback and mentorship throughout your studies. By engaging with a range of genres and learning from these accomplished writers, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of various writing styles, expanding your creative horizons.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Master's Degree

Application Processing Days

42 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

24 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
jan 2025		Closed
aug 2024		Closed
aug 2025		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 70 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 27,592 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Shorelight Group - Rutgers University - Camden

CAD per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.0
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 79
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 53.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 115.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

Minimum CGPA Required: 70.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.