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Chicago State University MFA in Creative Writing

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MFA students at Chicago State University enroll in workshops in poetry, fiction, nonfiction, play writing, and screenwriting, as well as courses in African-American literature. To graduate, students must complete a final thesis in poetry, fiction, or nonfiction, as well as pass an examination in African-American or non African-American literature. Students also give a reading of their work. Visiting writers teach seminars and workshops.

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Excellent program for writing and culture.

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I had to choose from several great programs and I chose CSU. It was a wonderful experience. The class sizes…

November 30, 2009 | 4 of 8 people found this review useful | Report as offensive

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T. Fakhrid-Deen | '2009

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Chicago, Illinois
Midwest

Admissions

Full-time: Yes

Part-time: Yes

Length of Program: 2 Years

Low Residency: No

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Fiction
Poetry
Creative Non-fiction
Screenwriting
Playwriting