University of Washington-Seattle Campus (out-of-state)

Award Amount: $35,000 Description Each year, the Academy Nicholl screenwriting competition awards up to five $35,000 fellowships to amateur screenwriters. To enter, submit a feature length screenplay and entry fee via the online application when the competition is open for submissions. Fellowship winners are invited to participate in awards week ceremonies and seminars, receive individualized Academy member mentorship and are expected to complete at least one original feature film screenplay during their Fellowship year. Eligibility: Entry Requirements -Original feature film screenplay (no shorter than 70 pages and no longer than 160 pages) in PDF format only -Completed online application form -Early entry fee of US$50 or regular deadline entry fee of US$65 or late deadline entry fee of US$90. -Writers must create an account at the Nicholl website to enter the competition. PDF scripts must be uploaded and all other requirements met. -Go to Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Nicholl Fellowships for specific deadlines.