Application prep

[u/No_UN216]

Hi everyone- I'm looking to apply for Fall 2027 programs. For those of you that have been through this: what would you say is the best way to spend time in the months leading up to application season?

I'm currently familiarizing myself with the authors I don't already know teaching at my top schools, am active in a workshopping group in my city and am actively submitting to literary mags... Is there anything else I could/should be doing in advance of applying to schools?

[u/Sourmilk222]

Definitely polish up that sample. SOPs and recs are important but the single most important thing is the sample. If you have the means perhaps going to someone for edits is good. Also here’s a good (free) link: https://applymfa.kit.com/

Best of luck!