A Closer Look at VCFA’s Tuition
An MFA gives you dedicated time and support so you can hone your artistic voice. By Brianna Jett May 23rd, 2025 An MFA,...
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A Music Theory Definition To Encourage Your Creativity
Music theory can be defined as a shared language that allows us to talk about music and how it affects us. Pictured here: MFA in...
On the Art of Writing YA Horror
Writing an unforgettable YA Horror novel takes more than just telling a scary story. Use craft tools like sensory details and character agency to make...
Scoring a Movie: Lessons Learned from THE VAGINA MONOLOGUES and Other Adventures
A movie’s score might feel subtle, but its emotional impact is not. Understanding the power of empathy is the key to successfully scoring a movie. ...
The Top 3 Author Tools for Plotting and Writing Your Next Novel
Sometimes, pen and paper just don’t cut it and we need more advanced author tools. A laptop is just the start. By Chelsea Moyer...
9 Tips on How to Write a Book for Young Adults
Studying craft is a great way to learn how to write a book for young adults. VCFA’s Writing for Children and Young Adult’s MFA program...
What Is a YA Novel?
A pivotal part of learning how to write for children and young adults is by studying the craft. At VCFA, this educational journey culminates with...
MA vs MFA: Which is Best for You?
Critiques are a vital part of the MFA in Graphic Design residency experience. Students showcase their semester work through exhibitions and artist portfolios, and receive...
What Does a Low-Residency MFA Really Mean?
VCFA MFA in Music Composition candidate during a classroom presentation. Photo of Alex Kirkman (MC ’25), MFA in Music Composition. Published: 10/27/2024 Low-residency is...
What Does it Really Mean to Earn Your MFA Degree?
VCFA MFA in Film students look to the presenter during a residency lecture, one of many students will attend as part of this creative community....