University of Southern California Masters in Professional Writing
Reviewer's Name:
April Davila
Review Date
March 19, 2009
Year of Graduation:
2010
Review Title:
Interdisciplinary bliss.
Full Review of the Program:
My biggest problem in this program is that there are so many doors opening that I can't decide which one to go through. I've been turned on to poetry and non-fiction, and have really been pushed in my fiction and screen writing. I've talked to students in other programs and the more I learn, the more I realize this is a really great program, largely due to the interdisciplinary focus.
Advice to Prospective Students:
You get out what you put in. Don't do assignments the night before they're due - writing needs time and if you don't bring your best work to class there's really nothing the instructors can do to push you to go further with your art. If you don't see something you want, talk to Brighde Mullins (the director of the program) she's great, and totally open to trying new things.
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Overall Rating
Reputation Rating
Location
Quality of Faculty
Student Competitiveness
(5=most competitive)
Campus Facilities
I often feel like our classes are just smashed in where ever there's room. Would be nice have a more unified location for classes.
Financial Assistance
Making Contacts
Diversity
In my class we have everyone from the girl straight out of undergrad with a BA in English to the former Marine Corps nurse who writes sci-fi. A realy diverse crowd that brings a lot to the table.
Career Services/Development
They're still trying to get teacher training together, but otherwise it's good.
Dating Scene
LGBT Friendly
Social Scene in General
Family Friendly
Cost of Living (5=most affordable)
Dining Options
Admissions
Full-time: Yes
Part-time: Yes
Length of Program: 2 Years
Low Residency: No
Student Body
Genre
Fiction
Poetry
Creative Non-fiction
Screenwriting
Playwriting
