Applications closed

The deadline for this open call has passed. It is kept here for reference. Browse open calls accepting applications

Cosmic Consciousness Literary Residency
RESIDENCY

Cosmic Consciousness Literary Residency

SETI Institute

June 1, 2026Virtual / Remote

This remote residency invites writers and poets to explore consciousness and intelligence in the context of the search for extraterrestrial intelligence. It leverages literary artists to conceptualize variables beyond hard astrophysics, bridging theoretical science with human existential inquiry through speculative texts.

publicSeo.openCall.benefits

$10,000 stipend; 18-month remote collaboration with astrobiologists and planetary scientists; promotional support.

publicSeo.openCall.eligibility

Writers and poets globally (all genres including speculative/sci-fi).

Dates & details

Programme dates
18-month collaboration
Duration
18 months
Language
English (assumed)
publicSeo.openCall.award
$10,000 stipend
publicSeo.openCall.applicationFee
Free

Still accepting applications

Browse open calls accepting applications