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Foyle Young Poets of the Year Award

An international poetry competition for writers aged 11-17.

Open to international students
Selective

About

Students submit original unpublished poems in English, with UK entrants allowed up to three poems and international entrants one poem. The competition selects 15 top winners and 85 commended poets each year.

What you can win

15 top winners and 85 commended poets; publication and poetry-development recognition

Who can apply

International students: Can apply

International entrants may submit only one poem each, while UK entrants may submit up to three.

What it takes

PortfolioNeeded
EssayNot needed
Recommendation lettersNot needed
InterviewNot needed

Details

Format: Online
How competitive: Selective