Bennington College Young Writers Award 2025–2026

📖 About Bennington College Young Writers Award

Bennington College has been instrumental in nurturing some of the nation's foremost writers, including:

• 12 Pulitzer Prize winners
• 3 U.S. Poet Laureates
• 4 MacArthur Geniuses
• Authors of numerous New York Times bestsellers

In celebration of this legacy, Bennington hosts the Young Writers Awards to honor outstanding writing achievements at the high school level. This annual event is recognized as one of the most prestigious high school writing competitions in the United States. High school students worldwide are invited to participate.

🎁 Benefits of Bennington College Young Writers Award

Cash Prizes

• 1st place: $2,000
• 2nd place: $1,000
• 3rd place: $500
• Distinguished Writer: $250

Scholarships for Bennington College

• Winners: Full-tuition (~$60,000/year)
• Distinguished Writers: Half-tuition (~$30,000/year)
• Finalists: $25,000/year

✅ Eligibility Criteria

• Grade Level: Must be a student in grades 9–12
• Nationality: Open to international students—students from any country can apply
• Entry Limit: Only one entry per student per year
• Categories: Choose one of the following:
  • Fiction: Short story or excerpt (max 1500 words)
  • Nonfiction: Personal or academic essay (max 1500 words)
  • Poetry: 1–3 poems, combined (max 1500 words)

📅 Application Date and Process

• Application Deadline: 01 November, 2025
• Visit the Bennington College Young Writers Award Portal for detailed requirements and submission guidelines.
• Apply directly via the Bennington College Admissions Portal.

🌍 Opportunity Details

• Date Published: October 22, 2025
• Category: Contest
• Opportunity Location: United States

📝 Contact Information

For further details, visit the official Bennington College Young Writers Award Page.

This is an incredible opportunity for young writers to showcase their talent and potentially earn scholarships to one of the most prestigious colleges in the United States. Don't miss the chance to apply!

• Cash Prizes:
  • 1st place: $2,000
  • 2nd place: $1,000
  • 3rd place: $500
  • Distinguished Writer: $250
• Scholarships for Bennington College:
  • Winners: Full-tuition (~$60,000/year)
  • Distinguished Writers: Half-tuition (~$30,000/year)
  • Finalists: $25,000/year