Explore ‘Language’ through poetry! Open to global students and professionals. Awards up to £3,000. Deadline: March 1, 2024. No entry fee.
About the Opportunity
The Alpine Fellowship Poetry Prize 2024 is an esteemed literary competition that seeks the best poetic response on the theme of ‘Language.’ Participants are encouraged to delve into the intricacies of language and express their unique perspectives through the art of poetry.
- Theme: ‘Language’
- Objective: To foster creativity and exploration of the theme through poetic expression.
Who Can Apply?
| Eligibility Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Students | Open to students of all academic levels. |
| Professionals | Professionals with a passion for poetry. |
| Age Restriction | Applicants must be 18 years or above. |
| Country or Region | Open to participants of all nationalities. |
| Academic Requirement | No specific academic qualifications required. |
| Other Criteria | Participants must commit to using some of their prize money to attend the annual symposium. Only one entry per person is allowed. Submissions must be in English. Maximum 500 words per entry. |
Deadline
- Applications Close: 1st March 2024 at 23:59 (UK time)
Award
The Alpine Fellowship Poetry Prize 2024 offers the following awards:
- First Place: £3,000
- Second Place: £1,000
- Third Place: £1,000
Winners and runners-up will also be invited to attend the annual symposium. Travel expenses of up to £500, along with meals and accommodation during the symposium, will be covered.
Entry Fee
- No entry fee
FAQ
Q: Can the user submit a collection of poems? A: Yes, the user may submit one poem or a collection of poems, as long as all the poems in the collection speak to the theme.
Q: Is there a word count requirement? A: There is a maximum of 500 words per entry, but no minimum word count.
Q: How will submissions be judged? A: Submissions will be judged anonymously. The user should ensure that their name does not appear anywhere on their work.
Q: Are the judge’s decisions final? A: Yes, due to the volume of applications, the judge’s decisions are final, and no correspondence will be entered into following the results.
More Information
- Target Participants Anyone, Students, Professionals
- Award Type Prize-money
- Program Frequency Yearly