Scholarships

We’re proud to offer two scholarship opportunities to the Workshop this year.

The Wildacres Experience FICTION Scholarship

Offered by an alum, this scholarship is an opportunity for a fiction writer, either novel or short fiction, to attend Wildacres Writers Workshop for the first time. The Wildacres Experience is like no other. Find your voice, your people, your inspiration!

Application Requirements and Instructions

  • Must be 21 or older  
  • Must be a FIRST TIME attendee 
  • Deadline is April 1, 2025
  • Submit 6-10 pages of double-spaced fiction, with your name and contact information (address, phone, and email address) on all pages.  
  • Your fiction submission must be formatted in one of these standard file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf.  
  • Attach your submission file and email it to us at wildacreswriters@gmail.com with the subject line “Wildacres Experience Fiction Scholarship.” In the body of the email include a paragraph or two about why you are a good candidate for this award.

The Janice Fuller Memorial Scholarship in Poetry

New this year and in memory of a beloved Wildacres Writers Workshop instructor and dear friend, we are pleased to offer the Janice Fuller Memorial Scholarship to a first time attendee poet. It was Janice’s passion and life’s work to teach, write, and inspire. She did all three with beauty and eloquence. It is our honor to share this opportunity with you.

Application Requirements and Instructions

  • Must be 21 or older  
  • Must be a FIRST TIME attendee 
  • Deadline is April 1, 2025
  • Submit 3 poems, with your name and contact information (address, phone, and email address) on all pages.  
  • Your poetry submission must be formatted in one of these standard file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf.  
  • Attach your submission file and email it to us at wildacreswriters@gmail.com with the subject line “Janice Fuller Memorial Scholarship.” In the body of the email include a paragraph or two about why you are a good candidate for this award

Note: Do NOT apply for both a scholarship and for a regular Workshop spot. If you do not receive a scholarship, contact us to inquire about remaining available spots and classes for paying attendees. If you have questions about eligibility contact us as well at wildacreswriters@gmail.com to discuss