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.

Diana García

Diana García's first collection of poetry, When Living Was a Labor Camp, was published by the University of Arizona Press and awarded an American Book Award. She also co-edited the anthology Fire and Ink, a collection of social action writings. 

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.

Hari Alluri

Hari Alluri is the author of The Flayed City (Kaya Press, 2017) and the chapbook The Promise of Rust (Mouthfeel Press, 2016). An award-winning poet, educator, and teaching artist, his work appears widely in anthologies, journals and online venues

 

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