Overview

Our English and Literary Arts - Creative Writing PhD at University of Denver is a theoretical doctorate: an experience that builds creative thinking alongside critical reading and research.

Features

Writers go on to publish novels, poetry collections and critical literary works.

They hold tenure track positions at notable universities, edit long-standing journals and are represented by major presses.

Programme Structure

Research

Students in the Creative Writing concentration will complete 90 graduate-level quarter hours.

48 of these hours will be in formal classes (excluding tutorials, independent study and independent research courses).

Non-coursework includes comprehensive exams, dissertation proposal and prospectus, a dissertation of publishable quality that makes a significant contribution to its field, and an oral defense.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 84 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

90 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Denver, United States

Disciplines

Language Studies Creative Writing View 12 other PhDs in Creative Writing in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

We require a scanned copy of your transcripts from every college or university you have attended. Scanned copies must be clearly legible and sized to print on standard 8½-by-11-inch paper.

Transcripts that do not show degrees awarded must also be accompanied by a scanned copy of the diploma or degree certificate. If your academic transcripts were issued in a language other than English, both the original documents and certified English translations are required.

Letters of Recommendation

Required Essays and Statements

Résumé

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

22088 USD / year

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Out-of-State

22088 USD / year

≈ 22088 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

22088 USD / year

≈ 22088 USD / year

Living costs

Denver

United States

1310 - 2220 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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Overview

Features

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Denver

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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