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Sewanee Young Writers' Conference
Overview
A selective two-week residential summer conference for high school writers in grades 9–11, featuring small creative writing workshops (max 12 students) led by professional authors, one-on-one faculty conferences, and evening readings by guest authors.
At a glance
Deadline
Mar 1110 days
Sessions
Jun–Jul2 wk sessions
Formats
Residential
Location
Sewanee, TN
Cost
$1,500–$2,999from $2,600
Entering grades
9th, 10th, 11th
Acceptance
Selective program; competitive acceptance based on application materials. Approximately 85 total participants with workshops capped at 12 students.
Application requirements
Writing Sample
One sample in each genre of interest or portfolio of creative work
Statement of Purpose
Personal statement required
Letter of Recommendation
From a teacher; due Friday, March 12, 2027
Cost & sessions
Tuition amount not yet specified for summer 2027. Airport shuttle to/from Nashville (BNA): $200 round-trip or $100 one-way. All meals and on-campus housing included in tuition.
Financial aid
Need-based financial aid available. Partial scholarships of up to $1,000 toward tuition offered to limited participants. The Elizabeth Grammer Scholarship covers full conference tuition for one participant; criteria include identifying a community need, founding a group/organization, encouraging others' creative practice, or involvement in service work; applicants submit a 500–1,000 word essay.
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