Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Creative Writing: Admission Requirements
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Admission Requirements
Online Application Form: | Apply Now |
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Transcripts: | Provide official transcripts from all accredited educational institutions attended |
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We are here to answer any questions you may have. Contact an enrollment counselor at 855-805-5399 or complete the request for information form and we will be in touch.
International Students
Create an account in the EOU Online system using your name and email address |
Apply for admission by filling out the online application |
Pay your $90 non-refundable application fee* online |
Gather and submit the appropriate documentation |
Please note that international students, both graduate and undergraduate, are required to meet the requirements of the EOU English Proficiency Policy.
*Graduate program applications may require additional fees.
Transfer Credit
The online MFA program accepts a maximum of 15 transfer credit hours. To learn more, contact an enrollment counselor at 855-805-5399.
Enrollment Level by Student’s Credit Hours
Student Level | Full time | Half time | Less than half time |
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Undergraduate | 12 or more | 6-8 | 1-5 |
Post-baccalaureate | 12 or more | 6-8 | 1-5 |
Graduate | 9 or more | 5-6 | 1-4 |
Full time enrollment is defined as 12 credit hours per term for undergraduates, and 9 or more credit hours per term for graduate students.
Students who plan to attend half time should contact the financial aid office before the beginning of their term to have their aid revised.
When to Apply
Our MFA program begins each Summer. Applications for the 2024-2025 academic year are now closed. The next application period for our MFA program will open in October 2024 with a priority application deadline in January 2025 for best consideration (please check back for the updated deadline). After the priority deadline, applications will be reviewed on rolling basis if space remains available. The Master of Fine Arts degree requires two types of admission: (a) Admission to Eastern Oregon University with “Graduate Student” status; and (b) Admission to the MFA program. Both applications should be submitted at the same time.
Our MFA program begins each Summer. Upcoming application deadlines include:
Summer 2025 Application period opens: Coming soon. Tentative October 2024
Priority application deadline: Please check back for the deadline. Tentative January 2025
Rolling review of applications (contingent on space) until: Please check back for the deadline. Tentative March 2025
Applying to Eastern Oregon University is simple — you will create an EOU Online account and submit your application online. Then, watch for email updates about your application status and keep in touch with support teams ready to answer your questions. The Office of Admissions is happy to help. Call 855-805-5399 or email us.