Donald Justice Poetry Prize A project of West Chester University Poetry Center (see other related projects). About The Donald Justice Poetry Prize is part of the Spencer Poetry Awards, which Kean W. Spencer created in honor of his mother, Iris N. Spencer. The prize recognizes the distinguished American poet, teacher, and Pulitzer Prize winner, Donald Justice. The WCU Poetry Center welcomes submissions of unpublished, original book-length manuscripts that pay attention to form for consideration in this competition. Fees Notice: This project charges fees (or requires purchases) for all submissions. The fee is USD $25. Country of Publication United States Publication Media & Contest Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationAwarded 1 x per yearPrint Publication Print PublicationAwarded 1 x per year 13 members set this contest as a Favorite. Poetry Temp Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: General.Lengths: Poetry Collection: 50 - 100 pages.Poetry Forms:Open to all/most Forms.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.Topics: Open to all/most Topics.Winner's Prize:Semi-pro advance (US$200-1999) + Unknown royalties Semi-pro advance. Unknown royalties. Details: USD $1,500.Submissions:Method: Email. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Unknown.Multiple entries: Unknown.Media: Text. Always check guidelines for details and restrictions. If you aren't familiar with these terms, see our glossary. Go to contest webpage Report: Submission/Response Correction/Update New Cover ArtSocial Platforms:None known For the Editor(s): Request Interview Duosuma Submission Manager Link to Duotrope Donald Justice Poetry Prize Submission Statistics Free Preview! The statistics in this section are compiled from submission reports sent to us through our submission tracker. They are not provided by the publication's editors/staff or by Duotrope's admins. Information in this section is updated a few times per day. Learn more about the statistics. Accuracy: We have received 6 reports from 6 different members within the past 12 months. The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported: 89 min | 107.2 mean avg | 98.0 median | 162 max days (27.6 std dev) Other Information The most common submission fee paid: USD $25.00. Most recent response reported was received on 11 Feb 2025. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 13 Nov 2024. Work submitted here was also submitted to...This section is available to subscribers only." Sign up and start your free trial today!Members accepted here also had work accepted by...This section is available to subscribers only. Become a member and start your free trial today! Your Submissions This section is available to subscribers only. Join today! Related ProjectsIris N. Spencer Undergraduate Poetry AwardMyong Cha Son Haiku Award for UndergraduatesRhina P. Espaillat Award for Undergraduates DNQSonnet Award for UndergraduatesVillanelle Award for UndergraduatesWil Mills Chapbook Award DNQWriting Contest Grades 3-12 DNQ Before SubmittingWe cannot guarantee that the information on this page is correct. It is not unusual for publications to evolve or close without notice. We do our best to keep up, but it isn't always possible. Duotrope listings do not imply endorsement or recommendation of the project being listed. Before submitting, you should use your own judgment to determine whether the project meets your standards.Always read the full guidelines provided by the publisher.Try to read at least one previous publication to get a better idea of what the editor would like to see.Unless the publisher's guidelines state otherwise, always use industry standard manuscript formatting.Be professional, patient, and persistent. DatesLast Updated: 10 Jun 2025Last Audited: 10 Jun 2025 Date Added: 30 Jan 2021We check their guidelines for changes every four weeks, and we audit the listing twice a year.