Bachelor of Fine Arts: Creative Writing
Maine's only Bachelor of Fine Arts in Creative Writing
The University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) Creative Writing bachelor’s degree program gives students the opportunity to study poetry, fiction, screenwriting, and journalism. The program is designed to help writers develop their craft while exploring a variety of literary forms.
A key feature of the program is the apprenticeship, which provides hands-on experience similar to an internship. Students gain practical skills by editing literary journals, teaching creative writing, and even producing a TV show, preparing them for real-world careers in writing, publishing, media, and beyond.
Why Creative Writing at UMF
What Can I Do With a Creative Writing Degree?
A Creative Writing major opens up a wide range of careers that combine writing, storytelling, and communication skills. A Creative Writing degree doesn’t just teach you how to write—it develops critical thinking, creativity, and communication skills that are highly valued in many industries.
Creative Writing in Action
Featured Student: Hannah Binder
Hannah Binder, a Creative Writing student at UMF, always felt she was a writer at heart. Now, with her second published work, there’s no doubt.
Binder, who writes under the name Hannah Paige, came to Farmington from the San Francisco Bay Area in California. She was looking for a quality college Creative Writing program that could help her hone her writing skills, and a community she could embrace.
