Vanderbilt University Press

Vanderbilt University Literary Prize

Deadline: 
March 15, 2026
Entry Fee: 
$25
Cash Prize: 
$10,000

An award of $10,000 and publication by Vanderbilt University Press will be given annually for a poetry collection. The winner will also receive a weeklong residency at Vanderbilt University and an invitation to give a reading. Victoria Chang and Gregory Pardlo will judge. Using only the online submission system, submit a manuscript of 50 to 85 pages, a 250-word abstract, and a curriculum vitae or résumé with a $25 entry fee by March 15; submissions will close early should 500 entries be received before the deadline. A limited number of fee waivers are available upon request. Visit the website for complete guidelines.

Vanderbilt University Press, Vanderbilt University Literary Prize, 2301 Vanderbilt Place, PMB 401813, Nashville, TN 37240. (615) 343-5603. Patrick Samuel, Operations Manager.

Please log in to continue.
LOG IN
Don’t yet have an account?
Register for a free account.
For access to premium content, become a P&W member today.