Applications for Black Mountain Institute’s 2026-27 Shearing Fellowships are now open!

BMI Announcement 

Applications for Black Mountain Institute’s 2026-27 Shearing Fellowships are now open — with no application fee! This fellowship is for emerging and distinguished writers who have published at least one book with a trade or literary press. 

This fellowship includes: 

• compensation of $46,500 paid over a nine-month period;
• a nine-month-long letter of appointment
• eligibility for optional health coverage;
• office space at BMI on the campus of UNLV;
• housing (fellows cover some utilities) in a unique and vibrant arts complex in the bustling district of downtown Las Vegas
• recognition at BMI as a “Shearing Fellow.”

In addition to the primary goal of furthering one’s own writing during their term in Las Vegas, visiting fellows are expected to engage in a substantial way with BMI’s community, in ways that connect to their interests and skills. Application instructions and program details are available here.