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Stanford University - Creative Writing Program - Wallace Stegner Fellowship

Stanford University's Wallace Stegner Fellowship offers 10 two-year fellowships in fiction and poetry, including a stipend, tuition, and health insurance.

DeadlineNovember 2
Award amount$75,000 living stipend per academic year
Last checkedJun 26, 2026
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Common Application Questions - Stanford Creative Writing Program

Frequently asked questions about the Stanford Stegner Fellowship application process, including deadlines, materials, fees, and selection criteria.

Deadline
November 2
Eligibility
No specific academic background required.; Admission based on merit of writing.; Fellowships offered in poetry and fiction only.
Requirements
Personal background information.; Contact information for two recommenders.; Writing sample (max 9000 words for fiction, 15 pages for poetry).; Statement of plans (max 1000 words).; Description of workshop goals and contributions (max 300 words).
Application materials
Writing sample; Statement of plans; Recommender contact information
How to apply
Submit online by November 2.; Pay application fee of US$55 by credit card.; Fee waivers are available upon request within the application.
Important dates
Application period: September 1 to November 2.; Notification of decisions by April 1.

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