Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing

Roosevelt's MFA program provides access to a close-knit community of writers as well as the opportunity to participate in Chicago's world-class literary scene. Working closely with faculty and classmates, students develop their craft and expand their artistic horizons, with the ultimate goal of completing a book-length thesis. The program's focus on prose allows writers to explore the possibilities of various genres, including the novel, the memoir, the short story and the lyric essay. This 2.5-year, full-time program consists of in-person evening classes on the Chicago campus. Admissions are open for fall and spring start dates.

Official transcripts from all previously attended colleges/universities. Resume/curriculum vitae. Letter of intent outlining your personal and professional goals, why you are interested in this program, and how it will help you achieve your goals. Writing sample (20 pages) demonstrating your abilities within a chosen specialty. For fiction, submit at least three different pieces of fiction (short stories, novella or a novel excerpt). For creative nonfiction, submit at least three pieces of creative nonfiction (personal essays, memoir excerpts, a chapter from a biography or other work in progress). Two letters of recommendation.