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    MA in Writing

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    Washington, USMAOnline2 years
    $41,250.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    77%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    27
    Cohort
    students
    30
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    MA in Writing at Johns Hopkins University is a 30-credit, 2-year, online MA program based in Washington, US. Tuition is $41,250.

    About the program

    The program offers concentrations in fiction, nonfiction, or both, with workshops focusing on short stories, novellas, novels, literary journalism, personal essays, and memoir. Students develop writing skills through practice, reading for craft, and elective courses across genres.

    Focus: coursework
    Part-time option

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    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $21,000.00
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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Essays

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does MA in Writing at Johns Hopkins University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for MA in Writing at Johns Hopkins University is $41,250 across 30 required credits.
    Is MA in Writing at Johns Hopkins University online or in-person?
    MA in Writing at Johns Hopkins University is offered online, so students can complete coursework remotely.
    How long does MA in Writing at Johns Hopkins University take to complete?
    MA in Writing at Johns Hopkins University is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for MA in Writing at Johns Hopkins University?
    Per the program's published guidance: A minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
    How competitive is MA in Writing at Johns Hopkins University?
    MA in Writing at Johns Hopkins University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 77%.