The Sullivan Creative Writing Scholarship

If you're a high school student with strong writing skills, the Sullivan Writing Program at Stetson University could be a great opportunity for you. This program offers scholarships to academically qualified students, especially those who plan to major in English or minor in Creative Writing. To qualify, you'll need a high school GPA of at least 3.0, and a demonstrated talent for creative writing.

The scholarship can be worth up to $7,000 per year, depending on available funding. It has been funded since 1995 by Art Sullivan, specifically for students who are passionate about writing. To apply, you'll need to submit a creative writing sample and an essay on "Why Write?"

As part of the Sullivan Program, you'll be joining a community that brings well-known writers to campus, hosts readings and events, and helps keep the literary scene active through Burrow Press. Stetson University's English Department is connected to the Association of Writers and Writing Programs (AWP), the largest writers' group in the U.S., and they even sponsor the annual AWP conference.

At Stetson University, you'll have the chance to work with talented professors like Brendan Bowles, who has won major Canadian awards, and Terri Witek, known for her prize-winning poetry. Ryan Rivas, who runs Burrow Press, also teaches about publishing, and other professors specialize in poetry, non-fiction, and dramatic writing. The program encourages students to explore creative arts beyond writing, allowing you to take courses in other artistic disciplines.