Nicholl Submissions Closing in on 5,500

Updated: 04/02/2024

With less than a month until their final May 1st deadline, the Nicholl Fellowships has recieved more than 4,200 submissions. In a new rule for 2024, a maximum number of 5,500 entries will be accepted.

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