Scholarships and Financial Aid

At Western, we believe that financial barriers should not stand in the way of your creative and professional goals. Whether you are crafting a screenplay, launching an independent press, or writing as an agent of change for the environment, we are committed to helping you find the resources you need to succeed.

Direct-Funding Scholarships

The Graduate Program in Creative Writing is deeply committed to supporting our community through substantial scholarship opportunities.

• Awards: We offer scholarships of up to $5,000 per year, depending on available funding.
• The Process: Upon admission to your chosen concentration, you will be invited to complete the program’s scholarship application.
• Sustainability: To maintain your scholarship, we ask that you remain in good academic standing and maintain full-time enrollment.