Designed for those who wish to deepen their creative craft through practice and study, this program is led by faculty who are active publishing writers. It is appropriate for those seeking a bridge to MFA or PhD work and for anyone seeking to further a writing career. Like all concentrations in the EIU English MA, this program may be completed online or on campus.
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"I chose to attend EIU because of the sense of community and togetherness, the smaller class sizes, and the kind, supportive faculty within my department."Jenna TobiasEnglish (Creative Writing) | Class of 2026
The Creative Writing concentration in the M.A. in English is designed for those who want to deepen their creative craft through practice and study, led by faculty who are active publishing writers. It is a fit if you are building a bridge to MFA or PhD work or furthering a writing career.
View in CatalogFederal graduate lending changed on July 1, 2026 - Grad PLUS loans ended for new borrowers and new federal borrowing caps now apply to graduate students. Here's why the math still works at EIU:
Estimated total for this degree: ~$15,606 (tuition and fees)
Estimates use 2026-2027 Illinois-resident tuition and fees and typical full-time enrollment. Your actual costs and aid depend on your program, enrollment, FAFSA, and prior borrowing.
Talk to EIU Financial Aid →$15,606 total, just 16% of your $100,000 federal graduate borrowing limit
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