Master in Writing

Tuition fees for Master in Writing are 53,838 USD per year; the application deadline for Master in Writing is Nov 15, 2026.

The Master in Writing is a 2-year graduate program for writers who want to define their voice and explore their creative practice. You'll study fiction, nonfiction, and poetry alongside writers, designers, and visual artists at the California College of the Arts in San Francisco.

This program's curriculum focuses on contemporary writing, including climate change and the writer's role in articulating thoughts on shifting social and natural environments. You'll develop your writing skills and learn to think and write about significantly different worlds.

Graduates can pursue careers as Novelists, Poets, Essayists, Copywriters, or Publishing Editors. They can work in publishing houses, magazines, or literary organizations, using their writing to illuminate our shared future.

California College of the Arts, founded in 1907 with campuses in San Francisco and Oakland, is a leading institution for art, design, architecture, and writing. The college cultivates creative practice through studio based learning, critical inquiry, and interdisciplinary approaches. International students will find a supportive environment that emphasizes experimentation, professional development, and connection to the Bay Area arts ecosystem.

CCA’s curriculum blends rigorous technique with conceptual exploration, offering undergraduate and graduate degrees that prepare students for careers in fine arts, design, architecture, and creative writing. Faculty are practicing artists and designers who mentor students on portfolio development, exhibitions, and real world projects. State of the art facilities and access to galleries and studios help students translate ideas into professional work while building networks with local cultural organizations.

Living and studying in the Bay Area gives CCA students access to a vibrant creative economy, internships, and collaborative projects with tech and cultural partners. International applicants can take advantage of admissions advising, financial support options, and campus services designed to ease transition and promote success. For students seeking a hands on, concept driven education that connects craft to cultural practice, CCA provides an inspiring and career oriented experience.