Juniper Prize for Poetry A project of University of Massachusetts Press (see other related projects). About The Juniper Prize for Poetry is awarded to two original manuscripts of poems. One prize will recognize a first publication. The second prize will be open to previously published poets as well as poets who have not yet published a book of poetry. Fees Notice: This project charges fees (or requires purchases) for all submissions. The fee is USD $30 (above average for contests). Country of Publication & Year Established United States Established in 1976 Publication Medium & Contest Frequency Print Publication Print PublicationAwarded 1 x per year AI Policy AI use may be permitted in some circumstances (see their site for details) Statistics Synopsis Slower Juniper Prize for Poetry's overall average response time is slower than most contests. Normal AcceptanceJuniper Prize for Poetry's overall acceptance rate is within a normal range for contests. More ResponsiveJuniper Prize for Poetry's overall rate of non-response is lower than most contests. Poetry Open Fee-based Dates:Open to poetry submissions through 30 September 2026 11:59 PM EDT (in 15 days).10Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: GeneralLengths: Poetry Collection: 50 - 70 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) + No royalties Semi-pro advance. No royalties. 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 NOT 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 @umasspress.bsky.socialFacebook FacebookInstagram @umasspress Support this Publisher: Buy Book(s) Make a Donation For the Editor(s): Request Interview Duosuma Submission Manager Link to Duotrope Juniper 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 35 reports from 35 different members within the past 12 months, not including pending responses (see below). The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported 6 min | 152.1 mean avg | 151.0 median | 303 max days (44.2 std dev) Responses 85.72 % Acceptances: 2.86 % of submissions accepted (121.0 avg. days per acceptance) | 2.86 % 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: 82.86 % (157.9 avg. days per rejection) | 3.5 % personal, 69.0 % form, 27.6 % unspecified Non-Responses 0.00 % Lost/Returned: - Never Responded: - Withdrawals 14.29 % (83.6 avg. days per withdrawal) Pending 11 responses are pending (3 min | 20.9 mean avg | 14.0 median | 45 max days waiting | 1,179.6 std dev) from 11 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 $30.00. 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 30 Sep 2025. Date compiled: 15 Sep 2026 07:10 UTC (2 hours, 6 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 ProjectsJuniper Prize for Creative Nonfiction Charges fees for all submissionsJuniper Prize for Fiction Charges fees for all submissionsUniversity of Massachusetts Press 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. 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