Write. Publish. Collaborate.
Master your craft in an environment that’s designed to challenge you as much as it supports you. Dive deep into the study of poetry, fiction, or creative nonfiction while developing a breadth of knowledge to experiment across genres. Join a community of like-minded writers, guided by faculty members who are accomplished writers themselves.
Why Hamline?
- Get published: Dozens of alumni and current students have gone on to publish work with both local and national publishing houses, and hundreds have placed work in literary magazines.
- Edit real work: You’ll graduate prepared for a career in literary publishing, with the opportunity to serve on the editorial boards of Hamline’s literary magazines: Water~Stone Review, Runestone, and rock, paper, scissors. Students can also earn internships at Twin Cities presses including Coffee House Press, Graywolf Press, and Milkweed Editions.
- Gain teaching experience: Study composition theory and pedagogy in preparation for a job as a writing tutor or English professor, and take advantage of the several teaching internships offered each semester.
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| Choose your pace: |
Finish in as few as three years. |
| Start sooner: |
With two starts per year (September and February), you don't have to wait to begin your writing career. |
| Balance work and school: |
With courses just one evening a week, you can start achieving your dream without putting your life on hold. |