Chatham University MFA in Creative Writing
Reviewer's Name:
Elizabeth
Review Date
August 05, 2010
Year of Graduation:
2009
Review Title:
Chatham encourages writer's development in every way possible, without being unrealistic.
Full Review of the Program:
I have liked nearly every experience I've had in the program - starting with course make-up. There are several options for the Literature and Content classes, and they fed ideas into the Workshop classes.
I was able to focus my work from a perspective that both is and isn't part of the program, which was perfect for me.
Chatham hosts visiting, contemporary writers and their work is often placed into a class reading list, so it is a fun, integrated experience.
The Field Seminars are the best!!! You get an inside view on a place you otherwise would not be able to.
I loved that I was able to get a Certificate in Publishing and was able to gain editing experience.
There is not anything I did not like about the program.
Advice to Prospective Students:
If you are interested in writing about nature and travel, this is the program to attend. If you're ready to get truely find and be comfortable with your writing, apply.
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Location
Quality of Faculty
Student Competitiveness
(5=most competitive)
Campus Facilities
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Diversity
Career Services/Development
Dating Scene
LGBT Friendly
Social Scene in General
Family Friendly
Several students have young families. Enrollment doesn't seem to have caused them any problems.
Cost of Living (5=most affordable)
A cool thing about Pittsburgh, is that it is an affordable city. It varies by neighborhood, but there is a range of prices $300-800/month within a 3 mile distance to campus, depending what you are looking for and where.
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Admissions
Full-time: No
Part-time: Yes
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