2022 Creative Writing MFA Applicants Forum

[Nicolas M.]

1 minute ago, Elwolf said:

Dare I ask if anyone has seen anything going on with BU fiction on Draft? I know there was nothing new as of a week ago...

Someone got in yesterday

[maz]

2 minutes ago, MDP said:

Okay uhhhhhh…I just got accepted off the waitlist at Hollins, full funding, whole shebang????? I’m in shock to be honest. Seriously haven’t even processed this at ALL. I got the email as I was on the phone with my big sister — I was telling her that I was pretty much at peace about not going to an MFA this fall / that I wasn’t expecting to switch jobs or really do anything big any time soon. The MOMENT those words left my mouth, I got the acceptance email.

As we say in AA, don’t quit until the miracle happens  WOW

Congratulations!! must be an amazing feeling  

[maz]

1 minute ago, Nicolas M. said:

Someone got in yesterday

Eek! Ok thank you for the update!

[CHRISTOPHER QUANG BUI]

12 minutes ago, MDP said:

Okay uhhhhhh…I just got accepted off the waitlist at Hollins, full funding, whole shebang????? I’m in shock to be honest. Seriously haven’t even processed this at ALL. I got the email as I was on the phone with my big sister — I was telling her that I was pretty much at peace about not going to an MFA this fall / that I wasn’t expecting to switch jobs or really do anything big any time soon. The MOMENT those words left my mouth, I got the acceptance email.

As we say in AA, don’t quit until the miracle happens  WOW

Wow, congratulations! That must be an amazing feeling. That’s seriously awesome.

Are you going to accept? 

[retrotyping]

17 minutes ago, oubukibun said:

Woo-hoo!  Congrats!  Talk about kismet... 

This question is for anyone on Draft: What has been heard concerning Rutgers-Camden?  I swear it's the most infuriating silence for seemingly being so unnecessary.  Also, any word on anyone dropping from Fairbanks or New Orleans as far as funding goes?

Cheers, y'all!

I do know someone just declined their spot at Rutgers Camden. Are you waitlisted? I hope this is good news for you. And, as far as UNO, there’s someone who posted today about having some funding but inadequate to make ends meet for this situation, so stick it out — I expect there will be movement there. 

[retrotyping]

23 minutes ago, MDP said:

Okay uhhhhhh…I just got accepted off the waitlist at Hollins, full funding, whole shebang????? I’m in shock to be honest. Seriously haven’t even processed this at ALL. I got the email as I was on the phone with my big sister — I was telling her that I was pretty much at peace about not going to an MFA this fall / that I wasn’t expecting to switch jobs or really do anything big any time soon. The MOMENT those words left my mouth, I got the acceptance email.

As we say in AA, don’t quit until the miracle happens  WOW

Congratulations, friend! I was rooting for you. I’m in at Hollins too! Lmk if you decide to go! I’m still deciding between programs but I’m strongly considering it because it’s close to home for me! 

[Rm714]

1 hour ago, MDP said:

Okay uhhhhhh…I just got accepted off the waitlist at Hollins, full funding, whole shebang????? I’m in shock to be honest. Seriously haven’t even processed this at ALL. I got the email as I was on the phone with my big sister — I was telling her that I was pretty much at peace about not going to an MFA this fall / that I wasn’t expecting to switch jobs or really do anything big any time soon. The MOMENT those words left my mouth, I got the acceptance email.

As we say in AA, don’t quit until the miracle happens  WOW

I'm so, so happy for you! Every time I saw someone post about Hollins, especially if they were declining an offer, I always thought of you and thought "I really hope MDP gets in off the waitlist!" So this made my evening. I'm so excited for you!!

[gagne]

officially committed to Naropa in Boulder, CO! took a leap of faith

still haven't heard from Columbia about poetry, but it is what it is

wildest thing is knowing I'm leaving my job come June/July and this is my last year at my current school where I teach

[MDP]

2 hours ago, MDP said:

As we say in AA, don’t quit until the miracle happens  WOW

Typo: don’t quit BEFORE the miracle happens! Ahhh I am brain dead lol

[rstoner1023]

I was also accepted to the rutgers-newark poetry program! would you be down to connect orangejuicefiend and strawberrybaldwin?

[rstoner1023]

On 3/16/2022 at 9:44 AM, orangejuicefiend said:

yes please I would love that!!

hi! i was also accepted to the mfa program in poetry at rutgers newark. i'd love to connect with you and @strawberrybaldwin. mind if i reach out?

[MDP]

2 hours ago, retrotyping said:

Congratulations, friend! I was rooting for you. I’m in at Hollins too! Lmk if you decide to go! I’m still deciding between programs but I’m strongly considering it because it’s close to home for me! 

 

1 hour ago, Rm714 said:

I'm so, so happy for you! Every time I saw someone post about Hollins, especially if they were declining an offer, I always thought of you and thought "I really hope MDP gets in off the waitlist!" So this made my evening. I'm so excited for you!!

Thank you both!!! @retrotypingAhhh that would be so awesome if we both ended up there! 

[MDP]

4 hours ago, CHRISTOPHER QUANG BUI said:

Wow, congratulations! That must be an amazing feeling. That’s seriously awesome.

Are you going to accept? 

Thank you!!! Just saw your comment haha. I'm thinking I will.  Definitely feels like it’s time to move into a new phase of my life!

[koechophe]

4 hours ago, MDP said:

Okay uhhhhhh…I just got accepted off the waitlist at Hollins, full funding, whole shebang?????

Really, genuinely happy for you! Boy, did they make you wait for it lol, but I've really been hoping you'd get a good result. I wish you all the best in your program ? 

So pleasantly surprised at how many of us on the forum got into programs this year. It's been great to see. 

 

[orangejuicefiend]

3 hours ago, rstoner1023 said:

hi! i was also accepted to the mfa program in poetry at rutgers newark. i'd love to connect with you and @strawberrybaldwin. mind if i reach out?

omg congrats, yes would love to connect!!

[sassydragon]

7 hours ago, MDP said:

Okay uhhhhhh…I just got accepted off the waitlist at Hollins, full funding, whole shebang????? I’m in shock to be honest. Seriously haven’t even processed this at ALL. I got the email as I was on the phone with my big sister — I was telling her that I was pretty much at peace about not going to an MFA this fall / that I wasn’t expecting to switch jobs or really do anything big any time soon. The MOMENT those words left my mouth, I got the acceptance email.

As we say in AA, don’t quit until the miracle happens  WOW

OMG congratulations!!!

[CHRISTOPHER QUANG BUI]

10 hours ago, MDP said:

Thank you!!! Just saw your comment haha. I'm thinking I will.  Definitely feels like it’s time to move into a new phase of my life!

That’s great. Best of luck if you do, best of luck if you dont. 

Either way, awesome that you got some validation. 

[CHRISTOPHER QUANG BUI]

21 hours ago, retrotyping said:

Hey there! They told me the waitlist was 12 people long. I emailed the director for my ranking and they provided it, so I would reach out if you’re curious! It does look like poetry spots are starting to open up, and I saw at least 1 fiction spot open up, but I suspect there will be more movement there as some of the draft posters seems to be accepted to multiple programs in addition to South Carolina. 

any movement on the usc list? 

[retrotyping]

30 minutes ago, CHRISTOPHER QUANG BUI said:

any movement on the usc list? 

Nothing recently 

[retrotyping]

Since y’all asked… Wait list movement/spots opening at the following (everything I’ve seen from the last 24 hours) 

UNCG - fiction 

CSU - fiction (unfunded)

Stonybrook - poetry 

Southern Connecticut - poetry 

Rutgers Camden - fiction (filled already I think?)

Columbia - fiction 

Temple - fiction (unfunded)

 

also, I should mention.. these spots look like they’re filling way faster than what is being posted about so, if you’re off the waitlist, you’re likely to know before someone posts! I think these updates can just provide some assurance that movement DOES happen, even in really good programs, so you should be comfortable holding on to some hope.

Edited March 31, 2022 by retrotyping

[immyc]

17 hours ago, Nicolas M. said:

I'm in a similar position to yours so I feel you! First time applying, waitlisted at Syracuse and only got into Columbia (which I can't afford) - I know it's tough but we have to stay strong these last two weeks! Best of luck to you

Thank you, it's nice knowing there are people out there in the same boat! Very much hoping you get into Syracuse, but even if you don't this time around, it's incredible to be waitlisted at such a selective program. 

[strawberrybaldwin]

13 hours ago, rstoner1023 said:

hi! i was also accepted to the mfa program in poetry at rutgers newark. i'd love to connect with you and @strawberrybaldwin. mind if i reach out?

YES! you're free to reach out!

 

[maz]

Oof, finally got my rejection from BU. They said I was in the top group of applicants, which is nice to hear, but super bummed. Straight rejections for me. It's my first year applying, and I know that it can take several tries to get in, but I'm not sure yet if I can handle the waiting game another time!! That has been far worse than the rejections themselves.

[koechophe]

33 minutes ago, Elwolf said:

It's my first year applying, and I know that it can take several tries to get in, but I'm not sure yet if I can handle the waiting game another time!! That has been far worse than the rejections themselves.

It really does suck. But I will say, the second time was easier for me than the first. The second time, I sort of knew what I was getting into and felt better about my apps, and I also was more ready to accept not getting in.

You might take a year off in between (I probably would've been wise to tbh, but no regrets here), but even if you don't, I highly recommend finding some good people to workshop with and just focusing on your writing while you wait. It really helped make my second round a lot easier.

I've seen a lot more people get in on a second/third/fourth round than a first one tbh. 

[MDP]

I just accepted my spot at Hollins  Much love to everyone on this thread!!!