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Develop creative writing skills in multiple genres of interest including fiction, creative nonfiction, poetry, and more. This customizable program culminates in a capstone project in which students make significant progress on a polished collection of work. UCLA Extension's Creative Writing certificate can be completed online or in the classroom.

Overview

Careers

UCLA Extension's Creative Writing program is perfect for:

Those new to writing who want to explore various genres while cultivating their skills

Writers looking to hone their craft and develop a solid portfolio of work in a particular genre

Writers considering graduate-level writing study, including those who wish to polish pieces for submission to MFA programs
Individuals who want to become part of a vibrant and supportive community of artists who share their passion

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Creative Writing
Editing and Publishing
Creative Writing Certificate Capstone

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 9 months
Part-time
- 9 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-01-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-11-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2024-04-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-02-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2024-06-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2024-09-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-08-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

Creative Writing Liberal Arts Literature View 49 other Short Courses in Literature in United States

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

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Other requirements

General requirements

Apply to a certificate program

Complete the International Student Certificate Program Application

Purchase health insurance

Provide us with your supporting documents

Tuition Fee

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International

5040 USD/full

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 5040 USD for the full programme during 9 months.
National

5040 USD/full

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 5040 USD for the full programme during 9 months.

Living costs for Los Angeles

1520 - 2570 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.