Fellowship · Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences

Academy Nicholl Fellowships in Screenwriting

Next call not out yet. Usually closes in July

The Academy's screenwriting fellowship, now taking public entries through The Black List and Writers Guild Foundation portals. The next call isn't out; the last public windows closed in July 2026.

Who can apply

Non-professional screenwriters with an original feature screenplay.

What you get

Up to five fellowships

Formats

Feature, Screenplay

Checked against Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences's own page. Dates and fees can change, so read their call before you apply.