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Bachelor of Creative Writing
- Worcester, United States
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
A one-year masters combining writing workshops with one-to-one mentoring.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Learners studying Creative Writing can develop the ability to develop creative concepts
- Use relevant production tools and critique work using professional
- Audience and ethical considerations
- And apply advanced analytical or reflective approaches to complex work. These are indicative learning goals
- Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.
Career outcomes
- Creative Writing Specialist
- Creative Writing Associate
Curriculum
- Compulsory modules in Creative Prose (20 credits combined)
- Literature
- Creativity and Society (10) and Individual Project Development across two semesters (20)
- A 30-credit creative dissertation in the spring and summer
- 10 credits of optional modules.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Secondary school completion with transcripts for the last three years
- Holistic review
- No minimum grade published
- Two recommendation letters
- SAT/ACT optional.
Accepted academic background
Secondary school completion with transcripts covering the last three years, Applicants who are not US citizens or permanent residents
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 85
- Duolingo 120
- PTE Academic 61
Other requirements
- Portfolio required
Documents you’ll need
- Passport Copy
- Academic Transcripts
- Qualification Certificates
- English Proficiency Evidence If Required
- Proof of Financial Support
- Supporting Immigration Documents If Applicable
How to apply
- Review the program admission requirements and intake dates. Prepare academic records and any program-specific documents. Complete the official application and submit the requested supporting documents. Provide language proficiency evidence if required. Pay any applicable official application fee. Review the admissions decision and arrange visa documents if necessary.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $62,070, $63,210 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $60 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Main campus, Worcester |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Arts and Sciences |
| Department | English |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 120 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 |
| Scholarship note | Scholarships may be available for eligible applicants, Award amounts, Conditions and program eligibility require confirmation. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
15 Jan 2027
63 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 15 Jan 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $62,070, $63,210 USD per year. The application fee is $60 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $17,726 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 85, Duolingo 120, PTE Academic 61. A portfolio is required.

