Playwriting
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
The MFA in Playwriting at Boston University, offered through the Graduate School of Arts & Sciences in collaboration with the College of Fine Arts School of Theatre, provides students with rigorous training in dramatic writing, combining literary scholarship with practical theatre production experience. The program emphasizes both creative development and professional readiness, preparing graduates for careers in theatre, television, and film.
- Boston, Massachusetts, United States
- 3 years
- On Campus
- ₹59,18,296/Year
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Program Overview
The MFA in Playwriting at Boston University, offered through the Graduate School of Arts & Sciences in collaboration with the College of Fine Arts School of Theatre, provides students with rigorous training in dramatic writing, combining literary scholarship with practical theatre production experience. The program emphasizes both creative development and professional readiness, preparing graduates for careers in theatre, television, and film.
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Class Size
400 Students
Key Features
Specializations Available
AI/ML, Systems, Theory, Human-Computer Interaction
Research Opportunities
Access to cutting-edge research labs and industry partnerships
Admission Requirements
TOEFL®
90.0
Key Dates
Application Start time & Deadline
Starting 2026-09-01
Apply before 2125-04-18
Program Start
Unknown
Programme Structure
Courses include:Drama in Theory and Practice: Social and Political TheatreDrama in Theory and Practice: Structure and ScriptDrama in Theory and Practice: Solo PerformancePlaywriting: Writing of Short PlaysPlaywriting: Analysis to InspirationSeminar: Writing of PlaysDesign Master Class for Graduate StudentsDirected Study
Program Highlights
- Comprehensive curriculum covering all key topics
- Hands-on projects and real-world case studies
- Expert faculty with industry experience
- Career support and placement assistance
Academic Requirements
GRE®
N/A
English Language Requirements
TOEFL®
90.0
Overall ScoreAdditional Requirements
Applicants must submit a completed graduate application to the College of Fine Arts, along with a non-refundable $95 fee. Required materials include transcripts from all post-secondary institutions, a detailed CV or résumé highlighting theatrical experience, two letters of recommendation from theatre professionals, and a personal statement outlining their experience, goals at Boston University, and career ambitions. International applicants must also submit all necessary visa documentation and meet specific language proficiency requirements if applicable.
Course Fees
₹59,18,296/Year
Annual Fee
3 years
Total Duration
Living Costs
No Living costs available.
University Scholarships
No University Scholarships Available
External Scholarships
Rochelle Nicolette Perry Memorial Scholarship
N/A
Amount
1250 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Organization of American States (OAS) Academic Scholarship Program
N/A
Amount
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Master's Scholarship
N/A
Amount
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Denise Halbach Performance Scholarship
N/A
Amount
2000 USD
Deadline
15 Apr 2025
Thomas Jefferson Prize in United States History
N/A
Amount
300 EUR
Deadline
Anytime
Eligibility Requirements
No Eligibility Requirements Available
Application Process
No Application Steps Available
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