Tuition and Fees
The MFA Low Residency Programs consist of 4 on-campus residencies, each followed by a low-residency semester, and a final graduation residency. Students may enter the program in any semester.
2020 – 2021
| Per Semester Tuition & Fees (includes the preceding residency) | |
| MFA in Creative Writing | $10,144 |
| MFA-CW Standard Fees (Administrative Fee; Universal Fee; Housecleaning Fee) | $291 |
| MFA in Interdisciplinary Arts | $9,534 |
| MFA-IA Standard Fees (Administrative Fee; Universal Fee; Materials Fee; Housecleaning Fee) | $791 | Other Charges |
| 5th Graduation Residency* | 50% of semester tuition |
| MFA-CW Thesis Only** | $2588 |
| Optional Additional Mentoring (per credit)** | $683 |
*Overseas Creative Writing residencies charge an additional course fee.
**Student also pays standard fees.
Financial Aid Options
Students in the MFA in Creative Writing Program are eligible for Federal Stafford Student Loans, and for both GI Bill© and Yellow Ribbon Program (Post 9/11 GI Bill) financial aid.
(GI Bill© is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.)
SNU Scholarships
Several merit- and/or need-based scholarships are available from the Office of Graduate Admissions for MFA in Creative Writing students.
SNU Tuition Scholarships: $4000 per semester for four active semesters
Exceptional Manuscript Scholarship: based on outstanding merit of the manuscript. Scholarship application not required.
International Student Scholarship: for students living outside the United States and its territories.
Trailhead Scholarship: for students entering in the spring semester.
SNU Residency Scholarship: To offset residency and travel costs for five active residencies
Two Pines Travel Scholarship: up to $1,000.00 per residency.
Nevada Resident Scholarships: 15% discount for four active semesters
To apply:
- Consult with the Graduate Admissions Office.
- Make sure your Application for Admission to the MFA Program is complete.
- Submit a Scholarship Application.
Scholarship Application Deadlines
For Fall Semester: July 1
For Spring Semester: December 1
Questions? Contact:
External Funding Sources
The Elizabeth George Foundation
Post Office Box 1429
Langley, Washington 98260
Website: http://elizabethgeorgeonline.com/foundation/index.htm
The Elizabeth George Foundation awards grants to individuals for attending accredited MFA programs.
Institute for Humane Studies
3301 N. Fairfax Dr., Ste. 440
Arlington VA 22201
Phone: (800) 697-8799
Email: ihs@gmu.edu
Web: http://www.theihs.org/humane-studies-fellowships
Institute for Humane Studies awards up to $15,000 to support graduate students worldwide whose work relates to liberty in society.
Creative Capital
65 Bleeker St 7th floor
New York NY 10012
Phone: (212) 598-9900
Email: info@creative-capital.org
Web: http://creative-capital.org/
Creative Capital funds innovative artists and writers through direct funding, professional development, and counsel.
Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans
400 West 59th Street
New York, NY 10019
Phone: (212) 547-6926
Email: pdsoros_fellows@sorosny.org
Web: http://www.pdsoros.org/
The Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowships award up to $90,000 through tuition and stipend support for children of immigrant parents.
For International Students
The Institute of International Education and Fulbright Awards
Website: http://www.fundingusstudy.org/
International students looking for funding for a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing at Sierra Nevada University should inquire about available resources at their local American Embassy.
Education USA
Website: http://www.educationusa.info/5_steps_to_study/graduate_step_1_research_your_options.php#top
General information on how to fund graduate work in the U.S.