Summer 2023 conference

June 25 - July 8
PROGRAM COST: $2575.00 USD

Are you currently a high-school student who is passionate about creative writing? Explore this website to learn about our program. You can also follow us on Facebook and Instagram!

THIS YEAR, in addition to workshops in poetry and fiction, we are offering three specialized courses, two for the first time: (1) Songwriting; (2) Memoir and Literary Journalism; and (3) Fantasy, Science Fiction, Fabulism: Short Fiction through a Fantastic Lens. You will find the course descriptions on the FAQ and Faculty pages, as well as on the application. AGAIN THIS YEAR, we will also be offering multiple craft classes, taught by our faculty and special guests, as well as opportunities to meet with our expert in revision daily to discuss work written before you arrive in Sewanee.

 

The Program

Get more information on our program offerings and workshops here.

COVID-19 Policies

See our policies on Covid-19 and SYWC plans.

(FAQ) Frequently Asked Questions

See the frequently asked questions about the program.

History

Learn about the history of our program.

Faculty

Read about the award-winning faculty who work at the conference.

Guest Authors

Read about guest authors attending the conference.

Participants

Hear from past participants in our conference.

Apply Here

Apply to the Sewanee Young Writers' Conference.

Payment

Link to our online payment portal.