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    Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing

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    Toronto, CAMFAIn-person2 years
    CA$21,882.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    12
    Cohort
    students
    CA$132.00
    App fee

    Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing at University of Guelph is a 2-year, in-person MFA program based in Toronto, CA. Tuition is CA$21,882.

    About the program

    The program offers workshops in fiction, creative nonfiction, drama, poetry, and hybrid narratives, along with plenary courses on writing practice and its societal role, individual mentorship, and a thesis. It emphasizes community engagement through teaching practicums, reading series, and partnerships with literary festivals in Toronto.

    Focus: both
    Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2026: 401–500 | 6 (Maclean's Comprehensive 2025)

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Dec 1, 2026
    Term 2027
    Dec 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min Minimum total score of 89 with no individual scaled score less than 21.
    IELTS
    required
    Min Minimum overall score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    3 years PGWP (Canada)

    CA$32,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing at University of Guelph cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing at University of Guelph is CA$21,882.
    Is Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing at University of Guelph online or in-person?
    Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing at University of Guelph is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing at University of Guelph take to complete?
    Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing at University of Guelph is structured around 2 years.
    What GPA is required for Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing at University of Guelph?
    Per the program's published guidance: B- average (70%) in the last two years of full-time equivalent study.
    How large is the Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing at University of Guelph cohort?
    Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing at University of Guelph typically enrolls around 12 students per cohort.