Program Overview
The Fiction and Nonfiction at Southern New Hampshire University is a Master programme in Humanities over 24 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 humanities. 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 Fiction and Nonfiction 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: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 7,316 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students; USD 7,316 (Tuition (Semester)) — In-State students
- Location: Manchester, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Fiction and Nonfiction programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- [\'Our two-year program includes mentored courses that allow you to write from home and be part of a supportive MFA writing community, both online and during twice-yearly residency programs.\', \'During these two years, students work toward completing their creative thesis, a book-length manuscript of publishable quality, turning in monthly submissions to their mentors, and receiving detailed feedback via correspondence and conferencing.\', \'Each semester, students work with their individual faculty mentors in developing reading lists. Students read approximately two books a month, focusing their attention on craft analysis. Every part of the curriculum is designed to advance the writer in his/her skills and understanding of the writing craft, and toward helping the student with his/her final thesis.\', "Upon completion of the program, students will have earned a 60-credit graduate degree, which is considered \'\'a terminal degree\'\' in creative writing. The MFA degree prepares students and qualifies them for applying for college teaching positions."]
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Submit the MFA Application Form with the $40 application fee.
- Submit an official transcript from the college or university that conferred your bachelor\'s degree.
- Submit an 800-1000 word personal statement describing your writing experience and the nature of your commitment to writing. Please include your assessment of why you are a good candidate for the program. We are always interested in learning about a candidate\'s academic, personal and professional experiences.
- Submit a 20-page, double-spaced writing sample, using 12 pt. font, in fiction or nonfiction. Your writing sample may consist of a novel excerpt, a story, or multiple stories, if fiction, or a memoir excerpt, a creative essay, or multiple creative essays, if nonfiction.
- Submit two letters of recommendation from people capable of assessing your ability to work independently and your preparation to succeed in an MFA program.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 7,316 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students; USD 7,316 (Tuition (Semester)) — In-State students
Tuition fees: USD 7,316 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students; USD 7,316 (Tuition (Semester)) — In-State students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Southern New Hampshire 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 Southern New Hampshire University
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, United States
Private university in New Hampshire, U.S.
University Profile- Application Deadline Mar, 2027
- Start Date Jun, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
