Oatmeal Creek is a residency for writers of any kind. The residency is situated on 240 private acres in the Texas Hill Country northwest of Austin, Texas. The property has 5 miles of groomed trails which provide solitude as well as a place for exploration. Each year during March and April there are 3 separate individual residencies awarded. Residencies are 19 days long. Accommodations are a fully equipped 3 bedroom house. The resident is responsible for their own meals and housekeeping. Oatmeal Creek offers a stipend. The resident is responsible for their transportation to Austin, Texas as well as their meal expense. For more information go to our website at oatmealcreek.org.
Oatmeal Creek application is online.. Each year our open application is from August 1 to August 31. Oatmeal Creek requires writing samples with each application.
Number of Artists Accepted in Most Current Year
3
Total Applicant Pool in Most Current Year
45
Artist Stipend
750
US Dollar (USD)
Travel Stipend/Material Stipends
0
US Dollar (USD)
Residency Fees
0
US Dollar (USD)
Fee Details
Resident is responsible for their own travel fees and meal costs.
Grant/Scholarship/Other Funding Support
0
US Dollar (USD)
Grant/Scholarship/Other Funding Support Details
N/A
Application Fee
30
US Dollar (USD)
Application Type
Open application
Accessibility
What does your program provide during the residency experience?
Pre-orientation
Communication before arrival to discuss accommodations, medical conditions, or other health needs
Orientation upon arrival
Staff/volunteer giving directions
Staff/volunteer providing guidance to help locate facilities or activities
