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The Augsburg MFA in Creative Writing can be completed in 46 credits.\u00a0 If you choose to add one of the three concentrations (Teaching, Translation, or Publishing) you will complete the degree in 50 or 54\u00a0credits depending on which concentration you add to your program. For current tuition rates, please see the graduate tuition rates on the Student Financial Services tuition and fees webpage<\/a>.<\/p>\n

AWP<\/span>\u00a0membership is included in the cost of tuition.<\/p>\n

Paying for Your Education<\/h2>\n

For those who qualify, there are financial aid resources available to assist students with meeting the cost of college, including loans, scholarships, and grants. The\u00a0Student Financial Services<\/a>\u00a0department works individually with students to help them understand financial options and payment plans. No matter what stage a student is in, we are here to help.<\/p>\n

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Tuition Grants<\/h2>\n

Augsburg Partnership Grant<\/h4>\n

Individuals who are employed by corporations\/institutions that are participating in the\u00a0Augsburg Partnership Grant<\/a>\u00a0program and are enrolled in any graduate program,\u00a0 are\u00a0eligible for a tuition discount in the form of a grant. This discount may also apply to students who have successfully completed a Leadership Course from participating Chambers of Commerce. The grant for graduate programs is currently $80.00\/credit. Grants and\/or discounts are not stackable.<\/p>\n

Alumni Discount<\/h4>\n

Students who received their bachelor\u2019s degree from Augsburg\u00a0University and return to Augsburg as either an Adult Undergraduate or Graduate student are eligible to receive a grant. Please make sure your admissions counselor is aware that you are an Augsburg graduate. The grant amount for the academic year for graduate programs is $80.00\/credit. Grants and\/or discounts are not stackable.\u00a0For more information, visit\u00a0Payment Plans and Discounts.<\/a><\/p>\n

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Scholarships<\/h2>\n
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Aspiring Graduate Student Scholarship<\/h4>\n

At Augsburg University, we believe that graduate education should be accessible to all students, regardless of financial barriers. The Aspiring Graduate Scholarship is designed to support aspiring graduate students who are first-generation scholars and\/or demonstrate financial need, helping them take the next step in their academic and professional journeys.<\/p>\n

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See more information pertaining to eligibility, deadlines, etc\u00a0HERE<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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LOAN FORGIVENESS<\/h2>\n

Under certain circumstances, the federal government will cancel all or part of an educational loan to various healthcare professionals serving in high-need areas. Go to the\u00a0Department of Health website<\/a>\u00a0for more information about loan forgiveness programs.<\/p>\n

For more information on financial aid or tuition discount programs, contact the\u00a0Enrollment Center<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Federal Student Aid<\/h2>\n

Financial assistance including federal loans is available to degree-seeking students enrolled full-time in the program. Students considering borrowing loans should complete the\u00a0<\/i>Free Application for Federal Student Aid<\/i><\/a>.<\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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