Hunter’s Creative Writing MFA is a highly selective program in which students work closely with distinguished writers to perfect their writing skills in fiction, creative nonfiction, or poetry. The course comprises workshops, craft seminars, one-on-ones with faculty, and literature classes.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible. Hunter College may consider late applications on a rolling basis pending space is still available in the program.
| Fall | Spring |
| February 1 | N/A |
Some programs may extend their application deadlines beyond those listed above. Please contact Graduate Admissions for specific information. For information on how to apply, click the link below.
Applicants whose native language is not English and who have taken all or part of their undergraduate education in a country where English is not the native language are required to submit scores on the Test of English as Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). The following minimum scores must be obtained: