Goddard/PEN North American Centers Scholarship

A partnership between Goddard College and PEN America, PEN Canada, PEN Mexico, and PEN Center USA to support creative writers committed to freedom of expression.

Geographic Scope: North America (US, Canada, Mexico)

Eligible Programs:

• Goddard College's low-residency MFA in Creative Writing Program
• BFA in Creative Writing Program (for applicants without bachelor's degree)

Additional Awards for PEN Members:

• MFA Goddard Engaged Artist Award: $2,000 one-time award for MFA applicants not receiving the scholarship
• BFA Goddard Engaged Artist Award: $1,000 one-time award for all admitted BFA applicants

Eligibility:

• Must be member in good standing of PEN America, PEN Canada, PEN Mexico, or PEN Center USA
• For MFA: Standard admission requirements apply
• For BFA: May not hold bachelor's degree; must otherwise meet admission criteria

Award Distribution: $10,000 dispersed in two payments over first two consecutive terms of enrollment

Partnership Organizations:

• Goddard College
• PEN America
• PEN Canada
• PEN Mexico
• PEN Center USA

Application Process

1. Apply directly to Goddard College's low-residency MFA or BFA in Creative Writing Program
2. Indicate PEN membership status and membership organization
3. Complete standard college application requirements
4. Review scholarship-specific requirements on Goddard College website

Eligibility Requirements

• Current membership in good standing with PEN America, PEN Canada, PEN Mexico, or PEN Center USA
• For MFA: Bachelor's degree and standard MFA admission criteria
• For BFA: No bachelor's degree required; otherwise meet BFA admission standards

Contact Information

All questions regarding the scholarship should be directed to: [email protected]

Additional Notes

• All admitted PEN members receive additional awards even if not selected for the primary scholarship
• Award is dispersed over two consecutive terms
• Applicants should review complete details on Goddard College website