| Children’s
Literature (M.A., M.F.A.) offers graduate
students an M.A. or an M.F.A. degree in the study
and writing of children’s and young adult literature
over a period of three to five summers. |
| Creative
Writing (M.F.A.) is a two-year, full-time
program designed for aspiring writers and critics
of literature; nationally known for its graduates
and faculty of published writers. According to the Dictionary
of Literary Biography, it is the best creative
writing program in the U.S. |
| Dance (M.F.A. and Post-Baccalaureate Certificate) is a 60-credit degree which offers students an opportunity to immerse themselves for six weeks of the summer in an international community of the American
Dance Festival followed by the intimate learning
atmosphere at Hollins
University. The Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in dance is designed for serious, professional-minded students. It is a good choice for students who want to prepare for advanced-level work (either M.F.A. programs or professional work in the field). |
| Liberal
Studies (M.A.L.S.) is a program for people
interested in advancing their careers or exploring
new ones. The interdisciplinary curriculum is flexible
and features fall, spring, and summer terms, day
and evening classes, full or part-time enrollments. |
Playwriting (M.F.A.)
is a summer program designed for those interested in
playwriting as well as those who want an academic study
of theatre with the playscript as the central foundation.
The six-week intensive schedule makes getting a graduate
degree possible in just a few summers without sacrificing
personal and professional goals. |
| Screenwriting & Film
Studies (M.A., M.F.A.) is a summer
program. While the M.A. is designed for those whose
interest lies more in the academic study of film,
the M.F.A. is for students who wish to focus strongly
on the screenwriting component. |
| Teaching (M.A.T.) Track
1 is for career teachers who want to learn more
about teaching or to assume new leadership roles in
their schools. Individualized programs are developed
to meet students' needs. Track
2 is a flexible year-round program to earn initial
licensure. |
Certificate of Advanced Studies (C.A.S.)
The Certificate of Advanced Studies (C.A.S.) (sixth year
degree) is granted when you have completed 10 graduate
level courses beyond the master's degree. The C.A.S.
advisor will assist you in planning your program from
among courses at the 500 level. |
