Program Overview
The English - Master of Fine Arts at Ohio State University is a MFA programme in Arts & Design over 36 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of arts & design. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the English - Master of Fine Arts programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 36 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 8
- Tuition: USD 35,627 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 32,873 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Columbus, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the English - Master of Fine Arts programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
- Alumni Writers Extravaganza
The Alumni Writers Extravaganza is a celebration of Ohio State alumni creative writers and of creating writing at The Ohio State University. This major event takes place every three years. The next AWE will be in 2021. Please check back for more information as it becomes available. - Editors Panel
This event, coordinated by the Writer's Guild, provides MFA students, as well as the greater university and Columbus community, with the opportunity to get firsthand advice from editors and, in some cases, literary agents. MCs ask questions provided to them by students. Epilog
Epilog is an annual public performance which showcases creative work by third-year students in the MFA Program in Creative Writing. Epilog is an opportunity for the public to discover the prose and poetry that is being created by current MFA students. Following brief introductions by creative writing faculty, participating students give readings of their poetry, essays and stories in a formal, gala-like atmosphere. Chapbooks including selections from each of the presenting students are available at the event. This event is sponsored by the Writer's Guild.
- Student-Faculty Readings
Twice each semester, a faculty member teams up with several MFA students to give a reading that is open to all. These events are a special showcase for the MFA students to read their work. - Mother Tongue (MoTo)
Mother Tongue evenings offer MFA students an opportunity to read work to their peers in a spirited setting off campus. Students often dedicate much time and creativity to their introductions of one another, fostering an entertaining evening rich with camaraderie. This event is coordinated by the Writer's Guild. - Native Craft Reading Series
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Please note: \xc2\xa0If you have already earned an MFA in creative writing, or are in the process of completing an MFA program in creative writing, you are not eligible for admission to this program.\xc2\xa0
English language testing requirements
If native language is not English:
- 600 Paper-based TOEFL
- 100 Internet-based TOEFL (IBT)
- 86 MELAB
- 8.0\xc2\xa0IELTS
English Proficiency: IELTS 8 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 35,627 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 32,873 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 35,627 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 32,873 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 8
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Ohio State University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Ohio State University
Ohio State University
Columbus, United States
Ohio State University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2009-12-17
- Start Date 2018-08-23
- Language English
- Duration 36 months
- Credits 39