Master of Fine Arts in Writing

Write from home.

Two residencies a year in Bend.

Master of Fine Arts in Writing

Degree Type
Master of Fine Arts
College
College of Liberal Arts

Description

Founded in 2012, the 糖心vlog入口-Cascades Low-Residency MFA in Writing is an intimate program with an award-winning faculty and a stunning residency location. Our curriculum builds sustainable writing habits, strong craft foundations and the essential skills to become a critical and ethical reader and writer in a diverse literary world. Join a community that supports creative risk-taking and helps you develop the skills and mindset to center writing in your life beyond graduation.

What Makes Us Different

Our approach offers flexibility, community and independence. Over two years, you will take challenging synchronous and asynchronous courses and participate in writing workshops guided by our philosophy of compassionate critique. Faculty mentorships are game-changing opportunities to hone your voice and your vision.

  • 2-year, at-home program
  • Four residencies in Bend
  • Weekly synchronous virtual classes
  • Asynchronous coursework

 

Program Information

Learn more about the MFA in Writing's course of study, residencies and curriculum.

Fall 2025 Admission

鈥    Application opens: September 2024
鈥    Priority Application Deadline: March 1, 2025
鈥    Final Application Deadline: June 1, 2025
鈥    Fall Start Date: September 2025

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Genres

  • Poetry
  • Fiction
  • Creative Nonfiction

Specialty Courses and Mentoring Opportunities

  • Blended genres
  • Community Engagement
  • Publishing

  • Young adult fiction
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Irene Cooper

 

"spare change" by 糖心vlog入口-Cascades MFA instructor and alumna Irene Cooper was a .

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MFA faculty in class with students

 

Dedicated, diverse, award-winning and inspiring, the 糖心vlog入口-Cascades faculty have a wealth of experiences and perspectives on writing and the writing life.

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Kim Johnson

 

The Color of a Lie鈥 by MFA alumna and instructor Kim Johnson won the in Young Adult Fiction.