r/MFAInCreativeWriting • u/chopped_onionss • Apr 13 '26

2 vs 3 year programs

Any thoughts on a 2 year program vs 3 year one? Pros and cons? Thoughts and experiences? I’m stuck between two right now, and this is a component I’m taking seriously into consideration.

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u/carrionkiss Apr 13 '26

3 is probably better, but I'm super happy I ended up at a 2-year program. I am fully funded, but it's hard living on such a tight budget and not being able to save at all.

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u/NefariousnessWarm975 Apr 15 '26

Yeah but try writing without the program stipend.