Tuition & Fees
MFA
Full-time enrollment in the MFA extends over 27 months, including required attendance at three summer residencies. Students may also attend half-time or take a leave of absence if necessary.
| Time Period | Summer Residency | Fall Semester | Spring Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Year | $3,500 (5 credits) | $8,400 (12 credits) | $8,400 (12 credits) |
| Second Year | $3,500 (5 credits) | $6,300 (9 credits) | $9,100 (13 credits) |
| Third Year | $2,800 (4 credits) |
Cost per credit: $700
Total estimated MFA program cost: $42,000.00
M.A.
Full-time enrollment in the MFA extends over 15 months, including required attendance at two summer residencies. Students may also attend half-time or take a leave of absence if necessary.
| Time Period | Summer Residency | Fall Semester | Spring Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Year | $3,500 (5 credits) | $8,400 (12 credits) | $8,400 (12 credits) |
| Second Year | $700 (1 credit) |
Cost per credit: $700
Total estimated M.A. program cost: $21,000.00
For both the M.A. and MFA programs, students have a maximum of five years for completion of a master’s degree from initial enrollment as a graduate degree seeking student. In order to maintain active status, graduate students must register in at least one graduate course per academic year.
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