Playwriting M.F.A.

Coursework

Classes are designed to give the writer a broad education in dramatic writing, in order to explore and develop multiple ways to tell a story as well as multiple ways to make a living. Professional guest seminars, master classes, and special workshops are a regular part of the coursework.

Only three playwrights are accepted into the program, allowing close artistic and career mentorship from our highly qualified faculty.  All graduate playwrights receive at least one full production as a culmination of their degree. During our annual new play festival, At First Sight, new work is showcased to the larger community and professionals in the industry.

Teaching Opportunities

As part of the program, our students assist in the teaching of Playwriting and Script Analysis to undergraduates, contingent on adequate enrollment.

Retention

Retention requires 3.2 GPA or higher, the satisfactory completion of all major projects, as well as a positive year-end progress report from faculty regarding your artistic and academic progress.