Writing Group Grants

Having a hard time finishing your thesis or dissertation? Looking for feedback on your writing style or content? Forming a writing group is a great way to help overcome writing challenges. If you decide to start your own writing group, you can apply for a Writing Group Grant.

Upcoming Events

Program Description and Requirements

The graduate school is offering $200 Writing Group Grants for the Spring 2022 semester. Currently enrolled UT Arlington graduate students are eligible to apply for the grant. The deadline for Spring 2022 proposals is Friday, February 4, 2022 at 11:59 p.m. The proposal must address the following questions:

• Who are the members of your group? (Include full names and UTA ID numbers)
• What writing project(s) will your group focus on?
• Where will you meet? (Online/virtual group meetings are encouraged!)
• How often will you meet?
• What rules do you think are important to the productivity of your specific group?
• Why do you want to do this?

You must fill out all boxes on the electronic application in order to be considered for the grant. Students who are receiving need based financial aid should find out if they are eligible for this grant prior to submitting an application. Preference will be given to graduate students who are in the final stages of their graduate work.

The grant is awarded for one semester. If you are awarded the grant, you must meet the following requirements:

1. Have your writing group complete a pre and post assessment survey
2. Submit a brief monthly report
3. Have your group submit informational data
4. Virtual/online monthly check in with the Office of Graduate Studies

Writing Group Grant Workshop

This workshop will cover the best practices for writing groups and offer tips for crafting a successful Writing Group Grant proposal.

Tuesday, January 25 from 3:00-4:00 p.m. CST, Online

Click here to register for this event.

Ready to apply? Click here to submit your application for a Spring 2022 Writing Group Grant.