Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Creative Nonfiction Admission

Two-year limited-residency master's program pairing aspiring authors with renowned writing mentors to complete a publishable book manuscript.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: Undergraduate degree in any discipline or substantial writing portfolio
English language proficiency: IELTS 7.0 overall
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: 3,000-word nonfiction writing sample and 2-page book synopsis
Recommendation letters: Two references speaking to literary and critical ability

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Writers' Trust and King's MFA bursaries up to CAD $4,500
Application fee: CAD $115
Tuition / joining costs: CAD $11,500 per year

Dates and verification

Application deadline: December 15, 2026
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official University of King's College documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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