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PLEASE NOTE: In September 2009, the University implemented a new online system that centralizes all application materials, making the process more convenient for applicants. This new system affects those seeking enrollment for the Fall 2010 semester or later. Those who submitted applications for the Spring 2010 term prior to September, 2009 will not be affected by these changes. If you you would like to be considered for late application for the Spring 2010 semester, please contact Jenna Lucas, Administrative Director.
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NOTE: All materials must be submitted via the online application. All applicants must fulfill the following: 1. Hold a bachelor's degree or equivalent professional certification from an accredited college or university. You should request two official transcripts from each college or university attended to be sent directly to the Office of Graduate Studies. Hand-carried or student-submitted credentials are not acceptable; 2. Fill out the Graduate Application form for the University of Nebraska. The form, submitted electronically, may be found online at https://admit.nebraska.edu/applyUNO/login.action. Information entered on this form is received by the Office of Graduate Studies for processing before being distributed to the MFA Program Office. If you have any questions or encounter any problems with the online application, please contact the Office of Graduate Studies at (402) 554-2341. |
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NOTE: For purposes of Financial Aid and Tuition/Fees billing, each Residency is considered part of the Semester which follows. Payment for Residency Meals & Lodging is not processed by Financial Aid; it is payable directly to the program office. To apply for the Summer Residency/Fall Semester, choose Fall as your term. To apply for the Winter Residency/Spring Semester, choose Spring as your term.
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3. Submit the following to the online application: A. a one- to two-page single-spaced self-assessment of your background in writing, reasons for wanting to enter the MFA program, and your goals as a writer. See below for formatting requirements; B. a single manuscript representing your best work in the genre track (poetry, fiction or creative nonfiction) for which you are applying: 15 total pages of poetry, 30-40 total pages of fiction or nonfiction. See below for formatting requirements; C. email contact information for three persons who can attest to your ability to complete a course of graduate study, the ability to work independently, and/or the quality of your prior literary achievements. Recommenders will receive an email with instructions for submission.
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NOTE: With the exception of international applicants who must submit a TOEFL score, applicants do not need to submit any standardized test scores such as the GRE. International applicants should contact the International Studies and Programs office regarding questions about transcripts or TOEFL. All applicants, however, should include a summary of any pertinent graduate or undergraduate work completed.
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Format Requirements: Your self-assessment statement and your manuscript sample must be submitted in your online application in .pdf format. If you are unable to submit your materials in .pdf format or have questions regarding the content of your submissions, please contact Jenna Lucas. Manuscript format should be in 12 pt. typeface with 1" margins. Poetry may be single-spaced, prose should be double-spaced, pages numbered top right, applicant's last name at top left of each page. Material in genres other than the one in which you are applying will not be read.
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Applicants are admitted to the Program primarily on the basis of the original manuscript; therefore, the manuscript should exhibit sufficient quality of work, level of commitment and sophistication of skills to suggest you are ready for graduate work in writing and literature. Manuscripts are read by a panel of faculty and the Program Director to determine whether an applicant has a working understanding of the represented form, as well as whether the writing possesses the more abstract qualities of energy, enthusiasm for language, and ambitious intent. Comments made in response to application manuscripts are intended for the Program Director’s internal use and are not made available to applicants, nor can the Program Director supply individual faculty evaluations to those applicants who are denied admission. If denied admission, please wait one year to reapply. |
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