Overview

The Creative and Professional Writing program of the Bemidji State University prepares students for a master of fine arts in English or a master of fine arts in writing, which many Bemidji State graduates pursue after graduation. In the creative and professional writing program, students can hone their craft while learning how to write fiction, creative non-fiction and poetry. There are also opportunities to learn novel writing, technical writing and digital culture writing. Creative and professional writing students often write for Bemidji State’s student newspaper the “Northern Student,” work at the university’s Writing Resource Center and get published in the English Department’s literary magazine “Milk Tooth.” Bemidji State also hosts the Northwoods Writer’s Conference every summer, giving students the opportunity to intern for published authors.

The creative and professional writing program is close-knit and friendly. The professors are accomplished, experienced, available to students as often as possible and always ready to help foster their growth.

Careers

A degree in English will prepare you for a variety of career options. From becoming a teacher to working in communications and marketing, there is a career in English for everyone.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Writing Fiction

Writing Poetry

Topics in Writing, Editing and Publishing

Writing Creative Nonfiction

Topics in Writing, Editing and Publishing

Technical Writing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00 , International

More details

All applications are processed on a rolling basis.

Language

English

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IELTS

5.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bemidji, United States

Disciplines

Language Studies Creative Writing Literature View 2645 other Bachelors in Language Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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IELTS

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Other requirements

General requirements

$20 application fee (currently waived due to COVID 19)Original transcripts or officially certified copies of original transcripts from all previously-attended institutions

International undergraduate applicants must have graduated from a secondary/high school with a “C” average or better.

Proof of English Proficiency

Financial Affidavit,

Statement of Purpose (personal essay)

Signed International Student Agreement Form

Copy of the Name/Identification page of your passport

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

10786 USD / year

≈ 10786 USD / year
Out-of-State

9582 USD / year

≈ 9582 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

9582 USD / year

≈ 9582 USD / year

Living costs

Bemidji

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Creative and Professional Writing.

Available Scholarships

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Overview

Careers

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Bemidji

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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