University of Iowa Nonfiction Writing Program

This program hosts the NonfictioNow Conference, a biennial gathering of over 400 nonfiction writers, teachers, and students from around the world, as well as The International Writing Program, a conduit for the world’s literatures that connects well-established writers from around the globe. Other features include the Visiting Writers Series, the Overseas Writing Workshop, and the Center for the Book, a unique program that conjoins training in the technique and artistry of bookmaking with research into the history and culture of books. Students may also take part in the The Writers’ Workshop seminars. Additionally, there are opportunities to receive funding for travel to conferences.