Are you looking to take your education and career to the next level? Do you have a passion for research and a desire to make meaningful contributions to your field of study? If so, a Funded PhD programs may be the perfect choice for you.

Attention all aspiring scholars and researchers! The University of New Brunswick is accepting applications for our prestigious funded PhD programs. Apply to the University of New Brunswick’s PhD program today and take the first step towards a rewarding and fulfilling academic career.

About Fully Funded PhD in Creative Writing

The University of New Brunswick based in Fredericton, Saint John offers fully funded PhD in creative writing. The department boasts talented practitioners and instructors in all major genres of creative writing–fiction, poetry, playwriting, and screenwriting–as well as expertise in non-fiction and travel writing. The Ph.D. program is designed to give students the critical skills to teach literature and writing at the college or university levels.

Eligibility Criteria

Earned master’s degree prior to entering the PhD.
You are expected to have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 and subject-specific GPA of 3.5 or above.
English language proficiency requirements (non-native English speakers)

PhD Funding Coverage

Ph.D. students at UNB are eligible to compete for $19,420 of assistantship funding per year for four years (2019-2020), providing academic progress is satisfactory.

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Application Requirement

Official transcripts from previously attended college/ university.
English language proficiency test scores such as TOEFL, IELTS, etc. (for non-native English speakers only)
Entrance test scores, GRE*, GMAT* or other accepted scores*
Research proposal
Statement of purpose
Writing samples
Letters of recommendation
Up-to-date resume
Copy of passport
Financial documents including bank statements