Creative Writing, Editing and Publishing, MFA

How to apply

The MFA Program only accepts applicants for the Fall semester; the priority deadline for applying to the Fall semester is March 15th.

1. Application: Complete the required SHSU Graduate Application.
2. Application fee: A university application fee is required for all applications to graduate programs at SHSU.
3. Submit transcripts for all prior degrees.
   
   1. Students with credentials from foreign universities must have their transcripts reviewed by a transcript evaluation service.
   2. Applicants are welcome to submit transcripts for coursework from additional institutions, though this is not necessary.
   3. Applicants may submit unofficial transcripts for review by the admissions committee. However, under university policy, admission decisions are contingent upon receipt of official transcripts.
4. A statement of purpose, of 500 to 1000 words, articulating the applicant's intentions for pursuing an MFA from our program.
5. Three letters of recommendation that discuss the applicant’s potential for success in a creative writing graduate program.
6. A creative writing sample of either 20 pages of prose or a collection of 8 - 10 poems.
7. International applicants ONLY: Official TOEFL scores​

Note: Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.