Program Length: 2 weeks
Location: Virtual
Admissions Requirement:
• You just need to be between the ages of 15 and 18.
• And you have to answer the prompts that are featured on the website.
Admissions Deadline: Application deadline is April for international students while it is May for students from the US
Highlight: Are you a young aspiring writer between the ages of 15 and 18? Are you looking for an enriching cultural exchange program that focuses on the art and craft of creative writing? Then Between the Lines (BTL) at the University of Iowa is perfect for you. Since 2008, BTL has been hosting talented writers for an intensive two-week session online and in-person. This program provides a unique opportunity for participants to engage in the exciting world of creative writing while experiencing the joys of intercultural exchange. Applications for the summer session close in early March, and for the fall session in early June. Internation students from one of the countries participating in BTL must apply to the Cultural Affairs Office at the U.S. embassy or consulate in their country. Refer to this website for more in-depth application details for international students. This opportunity is led by a faculty of acclaimed poets and writers from the U.S. and abroad, who are also experienced creative writing teachers, so both sessions will offer an immersive creative writing program. Guest artists will provide insights into special craft topics, and participants will have the opportunity to showcase their work in an open mic reading. Additionally, engaging social and cultural activities will encourage dialogue and further strengthen the bonds created within the vibrant Between the Lines community. As this program concludes, everyone’s work will be posted into BTL’s annual anthology, ensuring that your creative voice reaches its intended audience, but also a much wider audience. Moreover, you will receive a well-deserved graduation certificate, symbolizing your growth and accomplishments during this transformative experience. So, if you are a young writer seeking an unforgettable journey into the world of creative writing and intercultural connections, apply now to Between the Lines at the University of Iowa! Join them in shaping a brighter future through the power of words. For more information, visit their website or email info@btluniversity.edu. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to explore your passion for writing and build lifelong connections!
Cost: free!
