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Iowa Young Writers' Studio — Summer Literary Residency
Apply by7 February 2027
A two-week summer residency for high school students (grades 10–12) focusing on creative writing: fiction, poetry, playwriting, and screenwriting. Two sessions in June–July 2027. Applicants submit writing samples, a motivation essay, and a teacher recommendation. Open to students from the USA and internationally. Located in Iowa, USA.
- Age
- 15–17 yrs
- Apply by
- 7 February 2027
- When
- 13 June 2027 — 24 July 2027
- Format
- In person
- Where
- Iowa City, United States
- Organiser
- University of Iowa
Who can apply
- Age 15–17 yrs
- Gifted
- Анкета, $10 заявка, дедлайн 1 лютого 2027
Elective Courses
- Fiction, poetry, creative nonfiction, and essays
- Playwriting (theatrical scripts)
- Screenwriting (Writers' Room)
Sessions
- Session 1: June 13–26, 2027
- Session 2: July 11–24, 2027
When applying, choose a preferred session or indicate willingness to attend either.
Eligibility
- High school students in grades 10, 11, or 12 (USA and international)
- Demonstrated motivation through written work
Application Materials
- Writing Sample (varies by track):
- Fiction/poetry/essays: up to 10 pages
- Playwriting: up to 5 pages of dramatic writing + 2 pages about your favourite play + 3 pages about your favourite scene (10 pages total)
- Screenwriting: up to 5 pages of script + 2 pages about your favourite series + 3 pages about your favourite episode (10 pages total)
- Motivation Essay: 1–2 pages explaining why you want to participate and what you hope to achieve. You may discuss your own writing, authors or works you admire, or other relevant topics.
- Teacher Recommendation: A letter from your English teacher, writing mentor, or other recommender who knows your work and character well. The recommender submits this directly through Submittable; applicants do not send it themselves.
Submission format: Submittable (online platform). Upload files separately in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
Transcripts are not required.
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