CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: NEA Literature Fellowships

The NEA Literature Fellowships program offers $25,000 grants in prose (fiction and creative nonfiction) and poetry to published creative writers that enable the recipients to set aside time for writing, research, travel, and general career advancement.

The NEA Literature Fellowships program operates on a two-year cycle with fellowships in prose and poetry available in alternating years. For FY 2013, which is covered by these guidelines, fellowships in poetry are available. 

Individuals may apply only once each year.

If you have questions about your application, please contact the Literature staff at 202/682-5034 or e-mail LitFellowships [at] arts.gov.

Deadline for Poetry application: March 1, 2012

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