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Young Writers Studio at Sarah Lawrence College
Overview
An intensive one-week creative writing program for high school students featuring genre-specific workshops (Poetry, Fiction, or Speculative Fiction & Fantasy) taught by Sarah Lawrence College MFA alumni and graduate students. Students receive one-on-one mentorship, attend guest author talks, participate in electives, and earn one college credit upon completion.
At a glance
Deadline
May 1171 days
Sessions
Jul1 wk sessions
Formats
Commuter / Residential
Location
Bronxville, NY
Cost
$1,500–$2,999from $2,500
Entering grades
9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Acceptance
Selective; program admits based on writing samples and reading statement. Limited by class size (6–12 writers per workshop, up to 3 workshops). Seeks motivated, curious, and engaged students; passionate beginners welcome; some writing experience helpful.
Application requirements
Writing Sample
Up to 4 poems or 8 pages of prose (double-spaced, 12-point font)
Statement of Reading
300-word statement about what applicants read and how reading informs their writing
Genre Selection
First and second choice preference: Poetry, Fiction, or Speculative Fiction & Fantasy
Age Requirement (Residential)
Must be at least 16 years old at program start for residential option
Cost & sessions
Tuition $2,500. Non-refundable deposit $250 due upon acceptance; balance due May 20, 2027. Includes workshop instruction, one-on-one conference, guest author talks, electives, lunch, materials, college credit, and free shuttle for commuter students. Tuition refundable if cancelled in writing before May 20, 2027. Residential students must be at least 16 years old.
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