Apply On line for the Creative Writing M.F.A. Program

We are accepting applications for Fall '10 now through Jan. 15, 2010.

Step 1

Formal application to UW Admissions. Graduate Student Application Please note that the University of Wyoming recommends you have a GRE combined score of 900 on the quantitative and verbal parts of the general exam and a 3.0 grade point average prior to acceptance for admission. The Graduate School application is valid for one year. The University of Wyoming requires a $50 application fee.

Step 2

Transcripts from all previous college programs must be provided. Official transcripts should be sent directly from the schools you attended to the admissions office.

UW Admissions
1000 E University Ave Dept 3435
Laramie, WY 82071

Step 3

Official GRE scores must be sent to Admissions. Our school code is 4855. Note: if you have not already taken the exam, you should plan to take the test by December to complete the application process in a timely manner.

Step 4

Three letters of recommendation must be provided. Complete the top portion of the recommendation form and give to your reference. Then have your reference email the form with their letter directly to cw@uwyo.edu or mail them to the MFA office. The typed name of the person completing the form may be used in place of a signature.

MFA Program
University of Wyoming Creative Writing MFA Program
Department of English - 3353
1000 E. University Ave.
Laramie, WY 82071-2000

Step 5

Submit the following materials to cw@uwyo.edu .

• Statement of Purpose of approximately 500 words explaining why you wish to undertake graduate study in creative writing.(Be sure to discuss the kind of creative work or project you intend to pursue within the program.)
• Writing Sample representing your area of concentration. For prose, you may submit a maximum of 25 pages, numbered, typed, double-spaced. For poetry, you may submit a maximum of 10 pages, any format.
• Teaching Assistantship Application (if applicable) with accompanying 100-word statement.

Step 6

TOEFL test scores must be provided (for applicants from non-English speaking countries).  A minimum score of 540 on the written exam, 207 on the computerized exam, or 76 on the Internet-based test (TOEFL iBT)  is required for full admission.  
TOEFL scores are valid for two years.

OR Official IELTS scores sent to the Graduate School.  A minimum score of 6.0 is required for full admission.
NOTE: If your TOEFL score does not reflect the minimum requirements, you have not taken the test, or you simply need supplemental English study before attending the University of Wyoming, you have the opportunity to attend our ELS Language Center to improve your English language skills and waive the TOEFL requirement.  Visit www.uwyo.edu/els for details.

Class sizes are limited and the admission process is competitive. All your application materials must be received by our office by January 15 for consideration. Questions? Send us an email.

Persons seeking admission, employment or access to programs of the University of Wyoming shall be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation or political belief.

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Final Decisions will be made by March 29, 2010.

Last Updated on 11/19/2009 9:51:53 AM