Back in April, on a whim, I applied to do a MFA (Masters of Fine Arts) in creative writing and I recently I received the good news that I have been accepted. And this exciting news even got better – I was offered a working-scholarship which will reduce the cost a little bit.
Delighted about this news now all I have to do is figure out a way to pay for the privilege of a year filled with writing, reviewing and excellent mentoring. And while I do understand that education costs, I just wish it wasn’t quite so much.
So, this week I will be looking for grants I can apply for, look at any loan possibilities and hope that somehow I can scrape the money together. It would be such an incredible adventure and my writing would surly improve – a once in a lifetime opportunity.
And while I am researching financials I can’t help but dream of some long lost relative with a big purse, or a crock of gold hidden in my tiny yard, or maybe some unreversible banking error in my favour. Or – who knows- maybe my book will be picked up and my funds will improve.
What ever happens I am excited about this expensive news and just hope I can make it reality. So if any one out there has any helpful ideas please do let me know!
An investment in knowledge pays the best interest
Benjamin Franklin
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Good luck!
thanks … I’ll let you know how it goes
Cause for celebration! Such good news. You’ll make this happen…too wonderful of an opportunity to not go for it! So proud of you and your talent and efforts!! Cuppas will be my treat from now away…xxoo RR
lol .. that is good to know … and I think I’ll be needing many a cup!
Congratulations on the acceptance. One option: look for jobs on campus, specifically positions like teaching apprentice or graduate student researcher. At many schools, these types of roles are classified as “academic student employment,” which comes with tuition remittances in addition to your salary.
Thanks … I think that is what the working-scholarship is … but I will def. look in to other options
Congratulations! I hope it works out for you financially, because I’m sure you’ll do great in the program.
Wonderful news!
That’s exciting.. I hope you find some funding….. Diane