I'm super passionate about creative writing and I'm planning to study abroad. Does anyone know of any good creative writing scholarships available for international students? I could really use financial help to pursue my dream. Any suggestions or personal experiences?
Sure, I can definitely help with that! There are many creative writing scholarships available to facilitate international students in pursuing their dreams. Here are a few you may want to consider:
1. The Go On Girl! Book Club Scholarships: This is an annual scholarship for undergraduate and graduate students who are aspiring to be writers. They give out two awards each year to one candidate majoring in Writing, English Literature, or a related field.
2. The University of British Columbia’s MFA Creative Writing Scholarships: This program offers annual tuition awards to all its students. Each year, they offer two two-year fellowships in fiction and poetry, which includes a stipend and a teaching position.
3. The Curtis Brown Prize: This scholarship awarded by Curtis Brown Creative, a leading literary agency, provides opportunities for talented writers, regardless of their financial circumstances. It's open to budding novelists on their Writing for Children, Novel Writing, and Creative Writing courses.
4. The Brunel University African Poetry Prize: This scholarship awards £3000 to a poet who was born in Africa, or who is a national of an African country, or whose parents are African.
5. Michael Meyer Award: This award is for British students who wish to pursue their Master's in Playwriting at the University of Edinburgh. This scholarship offers a £2,000 grant for students who showcase outstanding ability within the field of theater.
I hope you find these suggestions helpful! Remember, each scholarship has its own eligibility criteria and application process, so be sure to down look deeply into them and work hard on your applications. Good luck with your scholarship search and future studies!
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