Master’s Concentration
Professional Fiction Writing: Master’s Degree
Broaden your imagination and share your story through the written word. From short stories to novels, examine the art of writing fiction and develop an authentic voice and style. You’ll learn to create a personal presence in the creative marketplace while honing your fiction writing expertise. Develop a deeper understanding of genres and influential masterworks as you strive to become a published author.
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Top-ranked, career-focused education in a flexible online format.
At a Glance
Classes Next Begin
March 31
Term Length
10 Weeks
Master's Tuition
$835 per credit hour
Format
Asynchronous and Hybrid Online
Admission Details
Free Application. No GRE or GMAT
How Long to Finish
As quick as 18 months. Access a sample schedule
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Chris Heriza
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Skills You’ll Learn
Identify and analyze key elements of strong fiction
Produce fiction writing that connects with the audience for your work
Apply professional editing standards to evaluate both published writing and writing for your peers
Curriculum
Master of Arts in Professional Creative Writing with a concentration in Professional Fiction Writing requires completion of 48 credit hours (12 courses).
5
Core Courses
4
Concentration Courses
3
Elective Courses
Interested in a graduate certificate?
Explore our four and six course graduate certificates in Professional Fiction Writing.
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Writer and Author Salary: National Average
$61,820
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Accreditation
Higher Learning Commission
College of Professional Studies programs maintain the highest level of accreditation offered by The Higher Learning Commission, one of the regional accrediting bodies recognized by the federal government. The University of Denver and all its academic programs are regionally accredited by this commission, and regional accreditation is the highest standard for universities in the United States.
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