Reedsy National Creative Writing Scholarship Program

Reedsy is currently accepting applications for the Reedsy National Creative Writing Scholarship Program. Only United States Citizens or Permanent Residents may partipate in this contest. They must be currently enrolled at college or university. Entries are accepted twice a year; September 21 and February 21 every year.

Scholarship Description
Reedsy is pleased to announce the inaugural Reedsy National Creative Writing Scholarship, a biannual award for writers and novelists in further education. As the world’s leading marketplace of book publishing talent, Reedsy is passionate about nurturing the next generation of fiction authors. We have designed this scholarship to award a student whose writing displays a clear and unique voice with the potential to thrive in the competitive literary landscape.

Award Value
The winning applicant will receive benefit of $1,000.

Level and Area of Studies
College or university level in any field.

Place of Study
In the United States of America.

Eligibility and Criteria
To be eligible for the Reedsy National Creative Writing Scholarship, applicants must be:

  • United States Citizens or Permanent Residents; and
  • Accepted to, or currently enrolled in an accredited college, university, or graduate program within the United States.

Applicants’ Nationality
Only the United States Citizens or Permanent Residents are invited to apply.

Application Instruction
Your application must include the first chapter (1,500 to 7,500 words) of an original novel you are currently writing, or have written but not yet published. All applications must be submitted by email to scholarship@reedsy.com.

Submission Deadline
September 21 and February 21 each year.

Website and Application Link