James Hearst Poetry Prize A project of North American Review (see other related projects). About The James Hearst Poetry Prize is a competition intended to recognize the finest poetry. James Hearst wrote like he farmed, with an eye for clean fields and straight fences. A writing professor at the University of Northern Iowa for four decades, he also served as a contributing editor and guiding light for the North American Review. The Complete Poetry of James Hearst was published in 2001 by the University of Iowa Press. Fees Notice: This project charges fees (or requires purchases) for all submissions. The fee is USD $23 (above average for contests). Country of Publication United States Publication Medium & Contest Frequency Print Publication Print PublicationAwarded 1 x per year AI Policy Human-created work only; no AI use allowed Statistics Synopsis Regular Speed James Hearst Poetry Prize's overall average response time is within a normal range for contests. More ApproachableJames Hearst Poetry Prize's overall acceptance rate is higher than most contests. More ResponsiveJames Hearst Poetry Prize's overall rate of non-response is lower than most contests. Poetry Open Fee-based Dates:Open to poetry submissions through 02 November 2026 1:59 AM CST (in 48 days).9Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: GeneralLengths: Poem: No line limits known; Up to 5 pieces.Poetry Forms:Open to all/most Forms, including: Formal verse, Free verse.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.Topics: Open to all/most Topics.Winner's Prize:Professional payment (US$50 or more per poem) Professional payment. 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:Bluesky @northamerreview.bsky.socialFacebook FacebookInstagram @northamericanreview Support this Publisher: Shop their Store For the Editor(s): Request Interview Duosuma Submission Manager Link to Duotrope James Hearst Poetry Prize 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 18 reports from 15 different members within the past 12 months, not including pending responses (see below). The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported 38 min | 111.3 mean avg | 99.0 median | 267 max days (190.1 std dev) Responses 94.45 % Acceptances: 5.56 % of submissions accepted (48.0 avg. days per acceptance) | 6.67 % of submitters accepted Rejections are often underreported, which skews the statistics in favor of acceptances. Most publishers have a lower acceptance rate than indicated here. Rejections: 88.89 % (107.5 avg. days per rejection) | 0.0 % personal, 68.8 % form, 31.3 % unspecified Non-Responses 0.00 % Lost/Returned: - Never Responded: - Withdrawals 5.56 % (38.0 avg. days per withdrawal) Pending 5 responses are pending (25 min | 36.8 mean avg | 39.0 median | 44 max days waiting | 7.6 std dev) from 5 different members This only includes pending reports from people who have been active on Duotrope within the past 30 days Other Information The most common submission fee paid: USD $23.00. Most submissions are acknowledged on the same day. Most recent response reported was received on 16 Jul 2026. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 02 Nov 2025. Date compiled: 14 Sep 2026 15:50 UTC (5 hours, 46 minutes ago). 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 ProjectsGas Station Pulp DNQKurt Vonnegut Speculative Fiction Prize Charges fees for all submissionsNorth American Review Charges fees for some submissionsNorth American Review Short Story Prize Charges fees for all submissionsTerry Tempest Williams Creative Nonfiction Prize Charges fees for all submissions Before SubmittingWe cannot guarantee that the information on this page is correct. It is not unusual for publications to evolve or close without notice. 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