Program Overview
The Playwriting at Columbia University is a Master of Fine Arts programme in Humanities 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 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 Playwriting 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
- Tuition: USD 57,296 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 57,296 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: New York City, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Playwriting 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
- Playwriting I-IV;
- Directed Studies: Playwriting;
- Playwriting Projects;
- History and Theory of Theatre;
- Fundamentals of Directing;
- Lyric Writing;
- Screenwriting;
- Drama and Film;
- Television Writing;
- Collaboration;
- Playwright-Dramaturg Workshop.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Brief autobiography:\xc2\xa0Approximately 500 words summarizing the applicant\'s life and theatrical experience.
- Statement of theatrical and personal objectives:\xc2\xa0Approximately 500 words indicating theatrical figures and/or principles that inspire the applicant.
- Current theatrical resume
- A full-length play or two one-act plays.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 57,296 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 57,296 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 57,296 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 57,296 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Columbia 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 Columbia University
Columbia University
New York, United States
Columbia 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- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 36 months
