Applications for the 2026/2027 academic year are now open!

The application deadline is midday Monday 23 March 2026 (NZ time).

The process is as follows:

  1. Download and read the Fulbright-CNZ Pacific Writers Residency 2026-2027 Application Instructions.pdf, which includes a link to the online application portal.
  2. Download the Fulbright-CNZ Pacific Writers Residency 2026-2027 Supplementary Form.pdf

Please note that you must submit both application forms by the application deadline to complete your application.

Interviews will be held in Wellington in early to mid-April. Fulbright New Zealand will pay the costs of travel to Wellington, for applicants residing in New Zealand. Applicants outside New Zealand who are unable to attend an interview in person may be disadvantaged;

 If you have any questions or would like to register your interest, please email the award Programme Manager, Kate Adams – [email protected].

If you have any questions about the award, please email the award Programme Manager, Kate Adams – [email protected].

Alternatively, if you’d like to discuss your application or have questions about the process, you can email Kate to book a 15-minute appointment (by phone or online).