CCCC Writing Program of Excellence Award
The CCCC Writing Program of Excellence Award honors postsecondary writing programs for sustained innovation, best practices, and commitment to diversity and effective writing instruction.
Funder: National Council of Teachers of English
Due Dates: August 31, 2026
Funding Amounts: No monetary award; recipients receive a certificate and national recognition.
Summary: Recognizes writing programs demonstrating sustained excellence, innovation, and best practices in writing instruction.
Key Information: Application limited to 30 pages, including all attachments and supplements.
Description
The CCCC Writing Program of Excellence Award honors postsecondary writing programs that exemplify ongoing improvement, innovation, and outstanding practices in writing instruction. Established in 2004 by the Conference on College Composition and Communication (CCCC), the award celebrates programs that creatively address the needs of their students and faculty, provide robust professional development, and demonstrate a sustained commitment to diversity, assessment, and effective pedagogy. Recipients are recognized in CCCC and NCTE publications, on the CCCC website, and at the CCCC Annual Convention.
