Idaho Prize for Poetry A project of Lost Horse Press (see other related projects). About The Idaho Prize is a national competition offering a cash prize plus publication by Lost Horse Press for a book-length poetry manuscript. Fees Notice: This project charges fees (or requires purchases) for all submissions. The fee is USD $28 (above average for contests). Country of Publication United States Publication Medium & Contest Frequency Print Publication Print PublicationAwarded 1 x per year AI Policy Unknown AI policy Statistics Synopsis Slower Idaho Prize for Poetry's overall average response time is slower than most contests. More ChallengingIdaho Prize for Poetry's overall acceptance rate is lower than most contests. More ResponsiveIdaho Prize for Poetry's overall rate of non-response is lower than most contests. Poetry Temp Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: General Open to all/most SubgenresLengths: Poetry Collection: 48 pages or more.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) + No royalties Provides free copy/copies Semi-pro advance. No royalties. Provides free copy/copies. Details: USD $1,000.Submissions:Method: Submittable submission manager. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed.Multiple entries: Multiple entries are allowed.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 Support this Publisher: Buy Book(s) Make a Donation For the Editor(s): Request Interview Duosuma Submission Manager Link to Duotrope Idaho Prize for Poetry Submission Statistics 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. Filter: Category: Group by submission Include outliers Include related projects Accuracy We have received 22 reports from 19 different members within the past 12 months. The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported 9 min | 121.9 mean avg | 118.5 median | 294 max days (63.6 std dev) Responses 90.91 % Acceptances: 0.00 % No publication has a 0% acceptance rate. This data is based on submission reports sent to Duotrope, and we have not received reports of any acceptances yet. Rejections: 90.91 % (132.2 avg. days per rejection) | 5.0 % personal, 75.0 % form, 20.0 % unspecified | 9.1 % shortlisted Non-Responses 0.00 % Lost/Returned: - Never Responded: - Withdrawals 9.09 % (40.0 avg. days per withdrawal) Other Information The most common submission fee paid: USD $28.00. Most submissions are acknowledged on the same day. Most recent response reported was received on 16 Aug 2026. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 14 May 2026. Date compiled: 07 Sep 2026 17:45 UTC (1 hour, 36 minutes ago). View report of recent responses from this project 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 ProjectsNasty Women Poets Anthology CLOSED 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: 14 Jul 2026We check their guidelines for changes every four weeks, and we audit the listing twice a year. Cookie Consent: This site uses secure first-party cookies for essential, preference-setting, and statistical purposes. We do not use any marketing, advertising, or third-party cookies. Read our full cookie policy. Accept All Cookies Allow Essential Cookies Only