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Playwriting Application Information

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Important

The MFA playwriting program is not accepting applicants for the fall 2024 semester. Our next cohort will be reviewed for a fall 2025 start.

Deadlines

Rutgers University Application: March 1

Mason Gross Talent Assessment: March 15

Mason Gross Talent Assessment

  • $55 submission fee
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Personal statement
  • Portfolio

Personal Statement

In 300–500 words, write about what draws you to playwriting, what you love about plays and the theater, what you feel curious about, how you hope to develop in a graduate playwriting program.

Portfolio

Applicants are required to submit two plays or one play and one short story.

Learn about the MFA Program