At SDSU, we believe our Creative Writing program is uniquely situated to provide writers with an exciting, informative, personalized—and affordable—path to attaining their MFA.

Inspired by Experiences

Inspired by our place in the world, the program provides a rich and diverse experience that goes beyond the classroom.

A Beautiful Location

Our campus is situated in the heart of San Diego, the site of early Californian history, and only minutes from the U.S./Mexico border.

A Global Approach to Writing

Our international approach is reflected in our course work and faculty expertise.

A History of Excellence

Established in 1989 by Poet Sandra Alcosser, SDSU became the second MFA Creative Writing program in California.

Named one of the best MFAs in the U.S. by Wiley University Services.

Mckenna Themm

McKenna Themm, a recipient of a Marsh-Rebelo scholarship, completed a collection of poetry, Ever Yours, Vincent - about the life and art of Vincent van Gogh – and published it with dancing girl press. She is the founder and editor-in-chief of the online poetry magazine boats against the current and the managing editor at The Los Angeles Review. 

Living Writers' Series

The Hugh C. Hyde Living Writers' Series at SDSU is one of the longest continuously running series in the nation. The series has featured an impressive slate of award-winning authors, many of them who are alumni of our program. All of the events are free and open to the public.

Chris Baron

Chris Baron is the award-winning author of novels for young readers including the novels in verse, All of Me, an NCTE Notable Book, and The Magical Imperfect, a Sydney Taylor Book Award Notable Book, a School Library Journal Best Book of 2021, The Gray, and The Secret of the Dragon Gems.  He is a Professor of English at San Diego City College and the director of the Writing Center. 

 

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