How to become a creative writing professor?

The qualifications needed to start a career as a creative writing professor include an advanced writing degree and teaching skills. Most universities require professors to have a Ph.D. in creative writing, fine arts, or literature. Some colleges may hire creative writing teachers who have a master of fine arts (MFA) in creative writing or a related subject. A creative writing professor may pursue publication of their creative writing in literary journals or books to raise their profile.