STONY BROOK UNIVERSITY · UNITED STATES
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Creative Writing
Bachelor's · Taught in en
At a glance
48 mo
Duration
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IELTS
€25k
Tuition / yr
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Language
Bachelor's
Level
- Study with world-class faculty.Faculty
- Intensive, supportive major.Program Style
- Focus on craft in writing.Curriculum Focus
- Workshops in fiction, poetry, creative nonfiction, and scripts.Specializations
The Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Creative Writing program at Stony Brook University offers an intensive, supportive learning environment on the university's main campus. Led by experienced, working writers, the program focuses on developing your craft in fiction, poetry, creative nonfiction, and screenwriting. You'll engage in workshops and study the art of storytelling through various mediums.
Curriculum
The BFA curriculum is designed to immerse you in the practice of writing. Through dedicated workshops and study, you will hone your skills in different literary genres.
- Year 1
- Introduction to Creative Writing Workshop
- Introduction to Fiction
- Introduction to Poetry
- Year 2
- Intermediate Fiction Workshop
- Intermediate Poetry Workshop
- Introduction to Screenwriting
- Year 3
- Advanced Fiction Workshop
- Advanced Poetry Workshop
- Advanced Screenwriting Workshop
- Year 4
- BFA Thesis Workshop
- BFA Thesis Project
Careers
Graduates from the BFA in Creative Writing program are prepared for a variety of careers in writing, editing, publishing, and beyond. The skills developed in crafting compelling narratives and understanding storytelling are transferable to numerous fields.
- Author
- Editor
- Publisher
- Screenwriter
- Content Creator
- Marketing Specialist
- Journalist
Entry requirements
High School Diploma or equivalentSuccessful completion of secondary education.
Specific admission requirements, including portfolio or writing sample details, can be found on the admissions page.
Fees
Tuition (international)Tuition for international students is approximately $29,100 USD per academic year.
Tuition (home)Tuition for domestic students is approximately $17,300 USD per academic year.
LivingEstimated annual living costs are approximately $17,800 USD.
Tuition and fees are subject to change. Please refer to the official Stony Brook University website for the most current information.
How to apply
1. Submit ApplicationComplete the Common Application or Coalition Application and submit it by the specified deadline.
2. Provide Academic TranscriptsSubmit official transcripts from all secondary schools attended.
3. Submit Standardized Test ScoresProvide SAT or ACT scores if required for your application year. English proficiency test scores (e.g., TOEFL, IELTS) are also required for international students.
4. Portfolio SubmissionUpload a writing sample or portfolio as part of your application. Specific guidelines for the portfolio will be provided on the admissions website.
5. Letters of RecommendationSubmit required letters of recommendation from teachers or counselors.
6. Application FeePay the non-refundable application fee.