The Hopwood Program offers writing contests for University of Michigan undergraduate and graduate students. Contests vary in eligibility, genre, and submission requirements.
Find a Contest
Select the contest category that corresponds to your student status.
Submit Your Work
Submissions for the 2027 Hopwood Contests will open October 1, 2026, and close at 11:59 p.m. on January 14, 2027.
Before submitting your work through the contest portal linked below, you must review the Rules & Submission Guidelines and the requirements for the specific contest you plan to enter.
Additional Contest Information
Review information about contest rules, judging, prizes and payments, and additional resources for contestants.
For a printable reference, view the Hopwood Contest Rules & Guidelines PDF →
