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Official transcripts (sealed in the issuing envelope) from every institution of higher education attended. (Official transcripts should be sent directly to the UH Graduate Admissions Office - University of Houston, Graduate Admissions, P.O. Box 3947, Houston, TX 77253-3947.)
Personal Statement:
A personal statement. In 1,000 words or less, state why you wish to pursue graduate study in creative writing: which writers in your genre you are reading and their import to you and your work: and whether you have taught before and intend to pursue teaching as a career.
Recommendation Letter:
Three (3) letters of recommendation* from teachers or professionals familiar with your writing and academic skills. Letters will be solicited by the UH Admissions Office electronically.
Original Creative Manuscript:
An original creative manuscript (maximum 10 pages of poetry or 20 – 25 pages of fiction). Fiction manuscripts should be double-spaced, on numbered, single-sided pages: poetry can be single-spaced and formatted as desired. Note: Submitting more than the recommended amount is strongly discouraged and could adversely affect the evaluation process.
Critical Manuscript :
A critical manuscript (PhD Candidates only). Provide a scholarly paper written for a literature course.