Creative Writing Florida Atlantic University

Overview

The Creative Writing programme at Florida Atlantic University offers an immersive environment for aspiring authors to develop their unique literary voices. This Master of Fine Arts degree provides a rigorous curriculum that balances creative workshops with academic literature courses to ensure a well-rounded professional education.

Students are encouraged to explore various genres, including fiction, poetry, and creative nonfiction, to broaden their artistic perspectives. The curriculum is designed to promote experimentation and the development of hybrid works, allowing writers to push the boundaries of traditional storytelling and poetic forms.

Each cohort benefits from a structured three-year timeline, providing ample space for the completion of a significant thesis project.

Why Creative Writing at Florida Atlantic University?

The department boasts a distinguished faculty of published authors who have received prestigious accolades, including the O. Henry Award, Pushcart prizes, and Guggenheim fellowships. This high level of expertise provides students with exceptional mentorship and professional insights into the publishing industry.

The institution hosts the Lawrence A. Sanders Writer-in-Residence programme, which brings nationally acclaimed writers to campus for exclusive weeklong workshops. Past visitors have included celebrated figures such as Justin Torres and Tayari Jones, offering students direct access to leading contemporary voices.

Facilities and resources include the opportunity to work on the literary magazine, Coastlines, providing practical experience in editing and production. Additionally, the Off the Page reading series connects the campus with the wider literary world through frequent events and guest lectures from renowned international authors.

Qualified students may access teaching assistantships, which include tuition waivers and the chance to teach composition and creative writing. The university also provides stipends for conference and summer travel, supporting professional development and research opportunities outside the traditional classroom setting.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: USD 19056 per year
• National fee: USD 19056 per year
• Local fee: USD 7752 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

Modules may include:

• Fiction Writing Workshop
• Poetry Writing Workshop
• Creative Nonfiction Workshop
• Literary Translation
• Bookarts
• Creative Writing Pedagogy
• Literature Courses

Careers with Creative Writing

Graduates of this programme are prepared for diverse roles within the literary and media sectors. Many alumni pursue successful careers as published authors, poets, and essayists, while others find opportunities in professional editing and literary publishing.

The pedagogical training provided during the course equips students for roles in academia and creative writing instruction. Furthermore, the skills developed in narrative structure and critical analysis are highly transferable to industries such as communications, journalism, and professional content creation.