The Margaret Halmy Prize

A prize to an undergraduate who is interested in the pursuit of creative or professional writing as a career and who is the first generation in his or her family to pursue a college degree.

To apply, submit the following:

  • a personal narrative of 500-1250 words detailing eligibility, ambitions and goals
  • provide the names of three City College faculty who can address the quality of your work.

Award
$200
Scopes
English
Deadline
03/14/2026
Supplemental Questions
  1. Please submit a personal narrative of 500-1250 words detailing eligibility, ambitions and goals.
  2. Please give the name and email address of three CCNY faculty who can address the quality of your work.
    • Faculty Recommendation One
    • Faculty Recommendation Three
    • Faculty Recommendation Two