Master of Fine Arts in Writing
Fiction, nonfiction, poetry, speculative fiction — write what moves you in Sarah Lawrence’s MFA in Writing program. At the heart of the program are bi-weekly, one-on-one student-teacher conferences, in which our faculty engages with your work in depth as you explore the possibilities of your art.
Master of Fine Arts in Dance
Sarah Lawrence's MFA in Dance program exposes students to vital aspects of the art as performers, creators, and scholars. The program seeks to widen students’ definition of dance and performance and engage them in explorations of form and function.
Master of Fine Arts in Theatre
Embrace bold artistry and limitless creative exploration at Sarah Lawrence. Here, students shape their individual aesthetic voice, with guidance from faculty who are also working professionals. This MFA program offers an advanced study of theatre that is expansive, collaborative, and interdisciplinary.
Community Engagement & Lifelong Learning Opportunities in the Arts
Writer's Week
Now in its 24th year, Writers' Week at Sarah Lawrence College offers creative young people an immersive week-long experience with creative writing and the performance arts.
Theatre & Civic Engagement
The Theatre and Civic Engagement Program offers undergraduate and graduate Theatre students the opportunity to create artistic exchange strategies with our communities in Westchester County and New York City.
The Writing Institute
Enroll in a virtual or in-person workshop at The Writing Institute, where everyone—from the novice to seasoned writers, pre-teens to retirees—can find a class where they will explore their talent, engage with a genre, and bring their inner writer to life.