Poetry Program Cancellation Policy

Payment Schedule

  • Once invited, participants will complete a Registration Form and pay the minimum (non-refundable) deposit before the deadline of April 20.
  • Once lodging requests have been made, and housing assignments confirmed, an invoice will be emailed to those who have a balance due.
  • The balance of fees is due June 10.

Payment Methods

  • Pay online by card (Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and American Express are accepted), as well as PayPal. A 3.20% service fee applies to all online payments.
  • To avoid a service fee, send a check by regular mail to the Community of Writers.
    PO Box 1416
    Nevada City CA 95959

Cancellation Policy

  • Acceptance notifications: On or before April 16.
  • Tuition deposit is nonrefundable after the deposit deadline (April 20). To receive a full tuition deposit refund, written cancellation must occur before that deadline.
  • Tuition payment (less the deposit) AND housing payments are refundable only if written cancellation occurs on or before June 14 (seven days prior to Opening Day).
  • No refund of fees will be issued if cancellation is received within seven days of Opening Day.
  • No refund of fees will be issued if participant departs during the workshop week.