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Wilson Grants

English Grants

Wilson English Grants

The English Department is pleased to offer Wilson English Scholarships to deserving and interested high school students (rising 10th – 12th grades) for this summer. Students who want to explore their writing talents through workshops in poetry, fiction, non-fiction and other types of writing such as journalism, screen-writing, and play-writing are eligible for these awards. Through these programs, students should strengthen their love for writing, enjoy living in a writing community, and nurture their writing in ways they can bring to bear on our school. 
   
DEADLINE FOR SUMMER 2026 APPLICATION IS:
MONDAY, JANUARY 12, 2026
   
  
Scholar Description
The Wilson English Grant recipients are chosen from students in the current 9th, 10th, and 11th grades.  Applicants should show the following interests:
  1. a passion for writing and the study of English at MBA;
  2. an interest in pursuing writing-related fields;
  3. a willingness to use his skills and knowledge developed in these programs to participate in MBA’s publications and contribute to building a writing community on campus.
   
Application Process
  1. Please complete the application form on the right and submit it to your English teacher by Monday, January 12, 2026.
  2. If you are awarded a grant, you will complete the application requirements for your particular program in a timely way.
   
Upon completion of the program, students will be expected to:
  1. Complete an interview with the Department Chair about their experience
  2. Present a portfolio of work written during the workshop or course;
  3. Enter writing contests and find other ways to feature their experience by joining MBA’s Red Poets Society or by writing for a student publication;
  4. Act as resources for the next group of student Grantees.
   
Award Description:
The Wilson Grant will cover the cost of tuition (full or partial) for the course or program. Additional room and board fees will also be considered, as well as travel costs. Method of payment and/or reimbursement will be arranged after the Wilson Grants have been awarded.

Students should be aware that some programs may incur additional costs or require additional fees. Any miscellaneous costs beyond the approved program costs will not be covered.

The list below offers some examples of programs that grantees have attended in the past. Students have also received awards to study college essay writing, sports broadcasting, print journalism, and other English-related topics at schools like Duke University, Harvard University, Wake Forest University, Brown University, Stanford University, etc. Students are welcome to research course offerings offered to high school students at these and other schools once they are published, but they should keep in mind that awards are only granted for courses related to the study of English, creative writing, and journalism.
       

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