John J McKenna GRAD Creative Nonfiction Fellowship

The John J. McKenna Graduate Fellowship in Creative Nonfiction is a fellowship for a student of creative nonfiction. It includes up to 9 hours of tuition in both fall and spring semesters, fees, and a book stipend of $350. Awards for Runner-Up ($3000) and Honorable Mention ($1500) will also be given to assist with educational costs.

The Fellowship is named in honor of Professor John J. McKenna, a celebrated teacher, writer, and scholar of nonfiction writing who dedicated more than forty years of teaching and service to the University. His legacy is commemorated by former student and benefactor Yvette Kinney, who has generously established the Fellowship in support of students devoted to the study and craft of creative nonfiction.

Eligibility

Graduate students admitted to or currently pursuing the Graduate Certificate in Advanced Writing and/or the Master of Arts degree in English are eligible to apply including current undergraduates who have been accepted to either of these graduate programs for the following year. Previous Fellowship winners and applicants may apply again in subsequent years. Students enrolled for only one semester during the academic year covered under the scholarship will receive tuition reimbursement and fees covering only that one semester, half of any award money, and half of the book stipend ($125).