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    Master of Fine Arts in Writing

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    Victoria, CAMFAIn-person2 years
    CA$12,685.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    5
    Cohort
    students
    18
    Credits
    CA$183.00
    App fee

    Master of Fine Arts in Writing at University of Victoria is a 18-credit, 2-year, in-person MFA program based in Victoria, CA. Tuition is CA$12,685.

    About the program

    Two-year program developing works of fiction, creative nonfiction, playwriting, screenwriting, poetry, interactive narratives and blended forms through workshops, seminars, and personalized supervision. Includes coursework in creative-writing pedagogy and a major creative thesis project.

    Focus: both

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Nov 30, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min 90 (with at least 20 in each section)
    IELTS
    required
    Min 6.5 (no individual component lower than 6.0)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    Up to 3 years PGWP (Canada) for master's graduates meeting eligibility (full-time program >=8 months, language requirements CLB 7)

    CA$15,992.00
    Annual living cost

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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 Master of Fine Arts in Writing at University of Victoria cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Fine Arts in Writing at University of Victoria is CA$12,685 across 18 required credits.
    Is Master of Fine Arts in Writing at University of Victoria online or in-person?
    Master of Fine Arts in Writing at University of Victoria is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Fine Arts in Writing at University of Victoria take to complete?
    Master of Fine Arts in Writing at University of Victoria is structured around 2 years and 18 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Fine Arts in Writing at University of Victoria?
    Per the program's published guidance: B average
    How large is the Master of Fine Arts in Writing at University of Victoria cohort?
    Master of Fine Arts in Writing at University of Victoria typically enrolls around 5 students per cohort.