MFA Writing for Children & Young Adults


The nation's first MFA program focusing on writing for young readers.



 

  •  Self-designed: create your own program with the help of accomplished artists & writers who are award-winning and nationally recognized in the field of children's literature 
 
  • Join a community of artists and writers and visit our  beautiful Vermont campus for intensive residencies twice a year  
 
  • Explore the writing of picture books as well as works for middle grade and young adult readers

     

 

 

Faculty Profiles

Profile Photo Rita Williams-Garcia
Rita Williams-Garcia

Rita Williams-Garcia, the author of seven award-winning novels including Jumped, Like Sisters on the Homefront and Every Time...

Points of View

Profile Photo Wayne Lindeman
Wayne Lindeman
Alumni MFA in Writing

"The Vermont College of Fine Arts MFA in Writing Program, and its faculty and administration, have provided me with the most affirming and influential academic experience of my life.” 

Points of Interest

MFA in Writing Alumna Patricia Spears Jones's Book

 

MFA in Writing Alumnus Jim McGarrah's Book

Jim McGarrah's book, Running the Voodoo Down, was his Master's Thesis at Vermont College.