{"id":1113,"date":"2011-04-22T11:14:16","date_gmt":"2011-04-22T11:14:16","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/?p=1113"},"modified":"2026-02-12T11:38:36","modified_gmt":"2026-02-12T19:38:36","slug":"admissions","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/ias\/graduate\/mfa\/admissions","title":{"rendered":"Admissions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"box-shadow:none\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-default has-h-6-font-size\" id=\"top\">On this page: <\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#appdeadline\">Application deadlines<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#requirements\">Admission requirements<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#checklist\">Application checklist<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#howtoapply\">How to apply<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#tuitionfees\">Tuition &amp; fees<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#international\">International Student information<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"appdeadline\">Application Deadlines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"is-style-highlight-paragraph\">For admission to the Autumn 2026 cohort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Applications submitted to the MFA in Creative Writing &amp; Poetics are considered for Autumn quarter admission only.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left is-style-default has-purple-300-color has-text-color has-link-color has-h-5-font-size wp-elements-d020e541966c2f4c194e532a9903ff91\">Priority Deadline: February 1, 2026<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Priority deadline applicants can expect to receive notification regarding admissions decisions in <strong>mid-March.  <\/strong>Admitted students are asked to return their acceptance of offers by <strong>April 15<\/strong> (or request an extension). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left is-style-default has-purple-300-color has-text-color has-link-color has-h-5-font-size wp-elements-2a939ef8c944d8d5967ebfd03fd040e8\">Rolling Deadline Information<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>After our priority deadline, the MFA in Creative Writing &amp; Poetics accepts and reviews applications on a rolling basis if space remains open. Please get in touch to learn more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Admissions questions?<\/strong> Contact the School of IAS graduate programs office at iasgrad@uw.edu.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100 is-style-light-purple-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/grad.uw.edu\/admission\/apply-now\/\">Start your application<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:23px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"requirements\">Admission requirements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-h-5-font-size\">Minimum UW Admission Requirements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A <strong>bachelor&#8217;s degree from a regionally accredited college or university<\/strong> in the U.S. (its equivalent from an accredited foreign institution) must be earned by the time of enrollment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li> A <strong>minimum 3.00 GPA<\/strong> in the last 90 quarter credits or 60 semester credits of graded coursework.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-default\">Applicants who do not meet the GPA requirement may still apply and will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis in accordance with the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/grad.uw.edu\/policies\/3-1-graduate-admissions\/\">Graduate School Alternate Standards Policy 3.1.2<\/a>. Applicants are encouraged to contact the IAS Graduate Office to discuss options for strengthening their application in advance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li> Demonstration of <strong>English language proficiency<\/strong> is required of all non-native English speakers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-default\">Applicants whose native language is not English must demonstrate English language proficiency. The ways in which proficiency can be demonstrated are outlined in <a href=\"https:\/\/grad.uw.edu\/policies\/3-2-graduate-school-english-language-proficiency-requirements\/\">Policy 3.2: Graduate School English Language Proficiency Requirements<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"checklist\">Application checklist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-70e374af36089e1cd940bf0d1ab6b349\"><a href=\"https:\/\/grad.uw.edu\/prospective-students\/how-to-apply\/apply-now\/\">UW Graduate School online application<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-358d2c0d00cef07e4bdc6ca269c1e34b\">Application fee<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2a8f6d7d3aabf2595fef884edf573b30\">Unofficial transcripts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-fd6a414f6097d4ea84dc8de45f746d88\">Official English language proficiency test scores\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>required for non-native English-speaking applicants only<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-5ab8017b241696461e9899cb12905a9c\">Current resume or curriculum vitae<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-287cfcd298ccabe1056bb602474166f7\">Two letters of recommendation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c7f55c5edd35794160055ac47d5de888\">Statement of purpose<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-d63f4265f4c1264b1cb3c8e99cbb5659\">Writing sample<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-78a9dc62000f10875b4d06227d6fdfd9\">Digital portfolio <strong><em>&#8211; optional<\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:52px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right has-gold-200-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-d4a2f839905459e2e22467f1281ad83f\"><strong><a href=\"#TOP\">BACK TO TOP<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"howtoapply\">How to Apply<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-highlight-paragraph\">The application to the MFA in Creative Writing &amp; Poetics is submitted electronically. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-h-5-font-size\">Application &amp; Fee<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Complete the application to the UW Graduate School. Be sure to select the MFA as your desired program and indicate the Autumn quarter to which you are applying. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your application can be saved multiple times while in progress. It will not be reviewed until all items have been received electronically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The application fee is $90 payable by credit or debit card.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-h-5-font-size\">Transcripts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Scanned copies of all college and university transcripts must be uploaded as part of the application. Unofficial transcripts are accepted for initial application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Official transcripts are required if admitted to MFA in Creative Writing &amp; Poetics and must be submitted directly to the UW Graduate School. Instructions will be included in your offer of admission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-highlight-paragraph-grey-background\">A note about transfer credits: The MFA in Creative Writing &amp; Poetics program does not accept transfer credits taken at another academic institution or taken prior to enrolling in the program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-h-5-font-size\">Statement of Purpose<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The statement of purpose should articulate your goals in pursuing an MFA in Creative Writing &amp; Poetics, and address how this program&#8217;s emphasis on poetics is a valuable mode of study for you and your creative work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Limit the statement to 2 &#8211; 3 pages, double-spaced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-h-5-font-size\">Letters of Recommendation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Applicants will need two letters of recommendation. At least one letter must be from a faculty member who can discuss your academic and writing abilities<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All recommendations are submitted electronically as part of the application process. Once a recommender has been designated in the application, recommenders will automatically be sent an email from the UW Graduate School with instructions on how to submit their letter of recommendation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-h-5-font-size\">Writing Sample<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Writing samples are limited to no more than 10 pages of poetry; 20 pages of prose; or 20 pages total of a multi-genre submission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-h-5-font-size\">Digital Portfolio (optional)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You may submit samples of multi-media or multi-art work if you would like to complement other pieces of the application. If your file size exceeds 5GB, please include an embedded link in your upload. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This step is not required and choosing not to submit anything does not decrease your admissibility.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:62px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right has-gold-200-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-d4a2f839905459e2e22467f1281ad83f\"><strong><a href=\"#TOP\">BACK TO TOP<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tuitionfees\">Tuition &amp; Fees<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-highlight-paragraph\">Tuition is the same for both in-state and out-of-state students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For students entering the MFA in 2026, the cost of tuition for the 2026-2027&nbsp;academic year is $802&nbsp;per credit or $8,020&nbsp;per quarter of full-time (10 credits) study. Students will complete 30 credits in their first year and 21 credits in their second year. The program spans a total of 6 quarters over 2 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The university does apply some fees for technology, student activities, and similar. Visit the UW Continuum College website to find detailed graduate <a href=\"https:\/\/www.washington.edu\/opb\/tuition-fees\/fee-based-programs\/\">tuition rates for fee-based degree programs<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-h-5-font-size\">Tuition Exemption<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As a fee-based degree, this program does not qualify for the Washington State Tuition Exemption Program or any other tuition reduction benefit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-h-5-font-size\">Application Fee Waivers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You may be eligible for an application fee waiver from the <strong>UW Graduate School<\/strong> if:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You are a TRIO participant in the Ronald E. McNair Postbaccalaureate Achievement Program<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You are a participant in the Public Policy and International Affairs (PPIA) Fellows Program<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You have financial need or hardship<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>See the <a href=\"https:\/\/grad.uw.edu\/admission\/application-fee-waivers\/\">UW Graduate School fee waiver policy and application<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An application fee waiver from the <strong>School of IAS<\/strong> may be available to applicants who meet one of the following criteria:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You are a current student or recent graduate from a major offered through UW Bothell&#8217;s School of Interdisciplinary Arts &amp; Sciences<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You were referred to us by UW Seattle&#8217;s MFA in Creative Writing, or you were previously enrolled in that program<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You have a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA in a relevant major <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA in a relevant major from a regionally accredited college or university<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Students seeking a fee waiver from the School of IAS must participate in a program information session or complete an advising meeting with the IAS graduate program office. Send an email to iasgrad@uw.edu to request more information.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:62px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right has-gold-200-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-d4a2f839905459e2e22467f1281ad83f\"><strong><a href=\"#TOP\">BACK TO TOP<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"international\">Information for International Students<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-highlight-paragraph\">International applicants may be required to submit additional documentation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>International applicants are those who currently hold or expect temporary U.S. Visas, including holders of F1, H1-B, H-4 or any other non-immigrant classifications. U.S. permanent residents (Green Card holders or immigrants) are NOT considered international applicants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>International applicants may be required to submit additional documentation, including a statement of financial ability. View more details on <a href=\"https:\/\/grad.uw.edu\/prospective-students\/how-to-apply\/international-applicants\/\">additional requirements for International applicants<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Proficiency in English is required for graduate study at the University of Washington. Therefore, every applicant or enrolled student whose native language is not English must demonstrate English language proficiency. To learn about English Language Proficiency requirements, please refer to <a href=\"https:\/\/grad.uw.edu\/policies\/3-2-graduate-school-english-language-proficiency-requirements\/\">Policy 3.2<\/a> from the Graduate School.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:62px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right has-gold-200-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-d4a2f839905459e2e22467f1281ad83f\"><strong><a href=\"#TOP\">BACK TO TOP<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Get in touch<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-01a4d700 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-bottom:16px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-border-color has-purple-400-border-color is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-width:1px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-67e2836f wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Faculty-listing\">Contact the IAS graduate program team<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Connect with School of IAS staff to request help with your admissions application, clarify policies, or learn more about the MFA in Creative Writing &amp; Practice.<\/p>\n\n\n    \n            <a class=\"bothell-link-block link-block-1 bothell-link-block--margin-top \"\n           style=\"color:var(--wp--custom--color--purple-300)\"\n           href=\"mailto:iasgrad@uw.edu\"\n                    >\n                            <span class=\"show-for-sr\">Send an email<\/span>\n                <span class=\"bothell-link-block__label\" aria-hidden=\"true\">Send an email<\/span>\n                                        <span class=\"bothell-link-block__label-icon bothell-link-block__label-icon--alt\">\n                                        <span class=\"bothell-link-block-dark-purple\">\n                        <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 28.28 42.26\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\">\n  <path d=\"m5.4 42.26 22.87-21.27L5.18 0 0 5.71 16.97 21 .27 36.5l5.14 5.76Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"\/>\n<\/svg>                    <\/span>\n                <\/span>\n                    <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-width:1px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-67e2836f wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"staff-listing\">Contact an MFA Student Ambassador<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Connect with current MFA students to ask questions, arrange a campus tour, and learn more about the student experience at UW Bothell.<\/p>\n\n\n    \n            <a class=\"bothell-link-block link-block-2 bothell-link-block--margin-top \"\n           style=\"color:var(--wp--custom--color--purple-300)\"\n           href=\"https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/ias\/graduate\/mfa\/people\/student-ambassadors\"\n                    >\n                            <span class=\"show-for-sr\">Meet the MFA Ambassadors<\/span>\n                <span class=\"bothell-link-block__label\" aria-hidden=\"true\">Meet the MFA Ambassadors<\/span>\n                                        <span class=\"bothell-link-block__label-icon bothell-link-block__label-icon--alt\">\n                                        <span class=\"bothell-link-block-dark-purple\">\n                        <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 28.28 42.26\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\">\n  <path d=\"m5.4 42.26 22.87-21.27L5.18 0 0 5.71 16.97 21 .27 36.5l5.14 5.76Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"\/>\n<\/svg>                    <\/span>\n                <\/span>\n                    <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>On this page: Application Deadlines For admission to the Autumn 2026 cohort. Applications submitted to the MFA in Creative Writing &amp; Poetics are considered for Autumn quarter admission only. Priority Deadline: February 1, 2026 Priority deadline applicants can expect to receive notification regarding admissions decisions in mid-March. 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