Ucross Residency Program

Ucross offers two-, four-, and six-week residencies from February through early June and from August through early December to poets, fiction writers, and creative nonfiction writers on a 20,000-acre ranch in Ucross, Wyoming, located 27 miles southeast of Sheridan. Residents are provided with a private bedroom and studio space, chef-prepared meals, and a $1,500 stipend. To apply for fall 2026 residencies, submit 20 pages of poetry or prose and a project description with a $40 application fee by January 15. Visit the website for more information.

Accessibility accommodations include accessible sidewalks, pathways, and doorways; an accessible dining room; accessible bathrooms, common areas, and studio spaces; and accessible parking. Contact the program director, Tawni Shuler, via e-mail at tshuler@ucross.org for additional accessibility details.