How I Got into 4 Creative Writing MFA Programs

Applying to MFA programs in creative writing is a competitive, lengthy, and sometimes confusing process. In this video, I walk you through the steps I took that got me into four programs. Feel free to leave questions in the comments, as well as any other helpful information you come across. Here are my 8 steps for a successful Masters of Fine Arts application:

Step 1: Quite Your Job (if you can) (1:21)
Step 2: Compile Your Writing Sample (2:20)
Step 3: Compile a List of Programs to Apply to (4:44)
Step 4: Ask for Letters of Recommendation (7:45)
Step 5: Take the GRE (10:46)
Step 6: Write Statements of Purpose/Letters of Intent (13:33)
Step 7: Submit Your Applications (16:44)
Step 8: Wait (and Worry) (19:11) and why you should apply to as many programs as possible
Final Thoughts (24:59)

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