Name: Ruth Lilly and Dorothy Sargent Rosenberg Poetry Fellowships

Award Amount: $27,000 each (5 awards annually)

Information And Eligibility:
This prestigious fellowship is open to young poets who demonstrate exceptional talent and potential. It provides financial support to help fellows focus on their craft and contribute to the field of poetry.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Open to U.S. residents aged 21 to 31.
• Applicants must submit original work and cannot have published a full-length collection prior to applying.
• Ideal for English Literature students specializing in poetry.

Application Requirements:

• Submit 10 pages of original poetry (one poem per page).
• Include a 250-word statement about your goals and aspirations as a poet.
• Provide a short bio with academic and literary accomplishments.

Deadline: Opens in March; closes in April.

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