The Writer's Award offers a $1,000 scholarship for high school students of African descent who are writers. The deadline to apply is February 1, 2027. Applicants must submit an original, work of fiction not exceeding 2000 words, along with a cover sheet and a 250-word biographical profile.
Feb 1, 2027
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$1.000
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High school freshman, High school sophomore, High school junior, High school senior
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To apply, submit an original fiction work not exceeding 2000 words, a cover sheet, and a 250-word biographical profile by February 1, 2027.
The Writer's Award provides a $1,000 scholarship to aspiring high school writers of African descent. Submit an original fiction work by February 1, 2027.
Information last verified Apr 26, 2026.
Always confirm deadlines, requirements, and application details on the official page before you apply.