Residency Form

SCHEDULING & CHECK-IN

Residencies are typically one week and a maximum of three months. Please note your desired time. WCDH is open year-round.
residency application
Welcome to the Writers’ Colony at Dairy Hollow Residency Application.
We’re delighted that you’re interested in joining our creative community. Please complete the form below to help us learn more about you, your work, and your preferred residency dates.

If you have any questions while completing your application, you're welcome to contact us at 479-253-7444 or coordinator@writerscolony.org.
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Name*

First NameLast Name
E-mail*
Website
Preferred Pronouns (Sharing your pronouns is completely voluntary and helps us address you respectfully).
Age Range (optional; used for grant reporting) :
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Phone Number

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Preferred Contact Method*
Current Address*

Street Address

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CityState / Province

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Project Description

Please provide a description of the project you anticipate working on at The Writers' Colony at Dairy Hollow. (If accepted, you are not limited to work on this particular project during your stay.)
Project Description*

The project description should be no more than one page long (500 words). 0/500
Work Sample

Your work sample must be no more than 10 pages, clean and legible. If appropriate, indicate where the sample initially appeared and in what form (book, article, etc.) as well as date of publication.
Please describe the work samples you are sending.*
Work Sample File*

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Experience

Please attach a bio or resume. You do not need to be a published writer to qualify for residency.
Bio, CV, or Resume*

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Proposed Length of Stay*
Number of nights
First Choice of Dates
Check-In Date

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Date
Check-out date

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Date
Second Choice of Dates
Check-in date

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Date
Check-out date

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Date
Are your requested residency dates flexible?
Check-In Information
Standard check-in is after 3 PM, Monday–Friday.
Weekend arrivals are welcome through self check-in; instructions will be emailed.
Please note any special arrival needs.
ACCESSIBILITY & ACCOMMODATIONS

Accessibility or Accommodation Needs (optional)
Let us know if you have mobility, dietary, or other needs so we can best support your stay.
Room Preferences (optional) Examples: quietest room possible, ground-floor room, kitchen access, large desk, etc.
WCDH RESIDENCY POLICY

The Writers’ Colony at Dairy Hollow is committed to providing uninterrupted, focused writing time for all residents. To preserve this environment, we maintain a code of conduct that includes quiet hours in designated areas and courteous behavior toward fellow writers.
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FINANCIAL INFORMATION

The Writers’ Colony at Dairy Hollow is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization supported by charitable donations from individuals, foundations, and residents. The actual cost to host one resident is approximately $125 per night. Thanks to generous contributions, we are able to offer a supported rate of $95 per night, plus a one-time $30 cleaning fee.

This rate includes a European-style gourmet dinner served five nights a week, as well as access to a community kitchen stocked with basics for breakfast, lunch, and weekend meals.

Writers who are able to contribute more than $95 per night help make it possible for others to receive supported residency time through our scholarship fund. If you would like to support another writer through our scholarship fund, you may make a tax-deductible contribution here.

NOTE: Effective June 15, 2026, our nightly rate will increase to reflect new amenities and an updated fee structure — including the cleaning fee, which is now built into the nightly rate. Reservations confirmed before June 14th at 11:59 PM CST will be honored at current rates. View our updated rates and policies.
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Application Fee

Application Fee$35.00

$35 application fee

Total $0.00

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Thank you for applying to The Writers’ Colony at Dairy Hollow!
Once your application is submitted, our staff will review it and contact you regarding scheduling and next steps.

If you have any questions, please email coordinator@writerscolony.org
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ACCESSIBILITY & ACCOMMODATIONS

WCDH RESIDENCY POLICY

Payment Information