The Vermont College of Fine Arts (VCFA) MFA in Writing for Children & Young Adults Program was the nation's first fully-developed MFA program focusing on writing for young readers.  Established in 1997, it has quickly attracted the attention of accomplished writers and publishers around the country. 

The program is committed to individualized education and to supporting a dynamic writing community. After the vibrant exchange of ideas that takes place during residencies, students embark on their faculty-guided independent-study projects. The flexibility of our model allows students to follow their particular interests and passions, as well as develop independent work habits and skills, which will serve them throughout their professional writing careers.

The MFA in Writing for Children & Young Adults Program is housed on the historic Vermont College campus in Montpelier, Vermont. The campus is a five-minute walk from downtown Montpelier, the picturesque and architecturally beautiful state capital.  The smallest state capital in the United States, Montpelier offers a pace of life both informal and sophisticated. Excellent restaurants, movie theaters, bookstores and a variety of shops make it a great place to shop and relax.  If students are inclined to enjoy outdoor activities, they can find excellent camping, biking, fishing and touring within minutes of downtown.