MFA Creative Writing

Course Overview

Hofstra’s MFA in Creative Writing is a dynamic terminal degree program that integrates literary scholarship with focused, genre-specific instruction. Designed for working writers, the program offers a flexible schedule with late afternoon and evening courses in fiction, poetry, creative non-fiction, and dramatic writing.

Key Program Highlights

• A flexible 36-credit hour curriculum blending advanced writing workshops with the study of literature.
• Concentrations available in four genres: Fiction, Poetry, Creative Non-Fiction, and Dramatic Writing.
• Convenient class schedule with courses held on weekdays in the late afternoon and evening.
• Access to financial support through scholarships, teaching fellowships, and publishing fellowships.
• A terminal degree that prepares graduates for university-level teaching and a professional writing career.