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92Y Poetry Center Young Writers Workshop
Overview
Two-track creative writing workshop for young writers ages 12–18, offering instruction in poetry, fiction, and narrative forms. The ages 12–14 track offers two-week and four-day sessions with open registration; the ages 15–18 track is a three-week intensive program (July 12–29) with competitive admission.
At a glance
Deadline
Jun 21222 days
Sessions
Jul2–3 wk sessions
Formats
Commuter / Online
Location
New York, NY
Cost
$1,500–$2,999from $2,400
Entering grades
7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Acceptance
Ages 15–18 track is selective with rolling review; ages 12–14 track is open enrollment
Application requirements
Ages 15–18 Track: Writing Sample
Up to 5 pages of original writing (poems, story, scene, novel excerpt, or journalism); poetry limited to one poem per page; prose double-spaced
Ages 15–18 Track: Cover Letter
Contact information and paragraph explaining interest in program
Ages 12–14 Track
Direct registration; no application required
Cost & sessions
Ages 12–14 track: $1,000 for two-day or four-day options. Ages 15–18 track: $2,400 for three-week program (July 12–29). Scholarship assistance available.
Financial aid
Scholarship assistance available for ages 15–18 track
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