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Master of Arts - Writing and Publishing

Chicago campus — Chicago, Illinois, United States

Study Level: Postgraduate · Master's Degree
Duration: To be confirmed
Study Mode: To be confirmed
Next Intake: January 2027
Tuition Fee: USD 25,216
Application Fee: USD 75
Scholarships Available: None listed
Post-Study Work Information: Optional Practical Training (OPT): Verify before applying
Application Status: Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

Program Description The Master of Arts in Writing and Publishing offers advanced training in the art and craft of writing poetry, fiction, and nonfiction. The program combines the practical experience of writing workshops and studies in language and style with course work in literary studies, pedagogy, editing, publishing, and other topics. The Master of Arts in Writing and Publishing attends to publishing as an integral part of the practice of the creative writer and affords interested students the opportunity to gain first-hand experience with various facets of the publishing industry. The MA in Writing and Publishing seeks to meet the needs of a range of students, including the following: Students with interest and experience in creative writing, including fiction, poetry, and a variety of nonfiction genres. Professional writers, including freelance writers and staff writers for general and trade publications or the Internet. Feature writers for daily, weekly, or monthly newspapers. General and specialized editors employed by publishing houses, magazines, and corporations. Working professionals for whom high-quality writing is an essential component of their jobs. Current and prospective teachers of English and/or writing at the secondary or post-secondary level. Students seeking a master's-level foundation for further graduate work in creative writing, English, teaching, or related fields. Electives in the MA in Writing and Publishing may be used for graduate certificate programs, such as the Certificate in Teaching English in the Two-Year College and the Certificate in Digital Humanities. With planning, combined MA + certificate programs may require no additional coursework to fulfill all requirements. Learning Outcomes Students will be able to: Create original works of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction. Apply skills of narration, description, exposition, and research to their own and others' writing. Explain the literary history of the various genres they practice. Evaluate and develop new ideas and experiment with form; for example: the prose poem, the short-story cycle, or the lyric essay. Apply what they have learned by marketing their work for publication and connecting with literary communities beyond the classroom.

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Credential: Master's Degree
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee: USD 25,216
Application fee: USD 75
Deposit required: Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees: Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

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Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes: January 2027, January 2028, January 2029
Application deadline: 14 October 2026
Application status: Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability: Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Chicago campus

Chicago, Illinois, United States

1 E. Jackson Boulevard

Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

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About the Institution

DePaul University is the nation's largest Catholic university, with about 23,000 students and about 300 degree programs. Its partnerships throughout Chicago enable DePaul to provide an exceptional educational experience that is vibrant, pragmatic and socially engaged. Classes are small and taught by knowledgeable and experienced faculty members who take full advantage of Chicago’s corporate, cultural and community resources. DePaul is nationally recognized for incorporating service learning throughout its curriculum and for the academic rigor and prominence of its programs. Founded in 1898 by...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.

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