Creative Writing and Literature
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
This degree in Creative Writing and Literature at Harvard University enhances your skills in literary analysis and creative writing across multiple genres, including fiction, poetry, screenwriting, and nonfiction. Through literature courses and writing workshops, students develop a nuanced understanding of narrative craft, character development, story structure, and stylistic techniques, preparing them for professional publication and scholarly engagement.
- Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
- 1 year
- On Campus, Online
- ₹34,30,073/Year
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Program Overview
This degree in Creative Writing and Literature at Harvard University enhances your skills in literary analysis and creative writing across multiple genres, including fiction, poetry, screenwriting, and nonfiction. Through literature courses and writing workshops, students develop a nuanced understanding of narrative craft, character development, story structure, and stylistic techniques, preparing them for professional publication and scholarly engagement.
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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®
100.0
Key Dates
Application Start time & Deadline
Starting 2026-01-01
Apply before 2025-04-01
Starting 2026-09-01
Apply before 2025-12-01
Program Start
Jan-26
Programme Structure
Courses include: The Master of Liberal Arts, Creative Writing and Literature degree field consists of 12 courses. A one-week, on-campus writer’s residency is required. 12 Graduate Courses The degree is customizable. Within the program curriculum, you choose the creative writing and literature courses that meet your personal learning goals. Proseminar Advanced fiction writing 3 creative writing courses 1 creative writing independent study 2 literature courses 1-week, on-campus writer's residency Crafting the Thesis Proposal Master’s Thesis Part One Master’s Thesis Part Two
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
GPA
3.0
English Language Requirements
TOEFL®
100.0
Overall ScoreAdditional Requirements
Admission requires registration in two graduate-level courses: HUMA 101 Proseminar: Elements of the Writer’s Craft and an advanced fiction writing course. Applicants must pass an online critical reading and writing skills test or achieve a B or higher in EXPO 42a. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited U.S. institution or an evaluated international degree is mandatory. Applicants cannot hold or be pursuing a master’s in Creative Writing or a related field. The proseminar must be completed within two years prior to application.
Course Fees
₹34,30,073/Year
Annual Fee
1 year
Total Duration
Living Costs
No Living costs available.
University Scholarships
Harvard University Scholarship
N/A
Amount
Various benefits
Deadline
Not 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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