Rosemont College invites writers of all backgrounds to its 2025 Summer Writers’ Retreat, an immersive and inspiring literary experience designed to help participants strengthen their writing skills, build professional connections, and explore new creative directions.
Hosted on Rosemont’s scenic campus just outside of Philadelphia, the retreat offers flexible course formats to meet a variety of schedules and writing goals:
Retreat Date Options
- Weekend Courses: July 11 to July 13
- Weeklong Courses: July 13 to July 18
- Publishing Seminar: July 11 to July 18
This year’s retreat brings together a dynamic community of writers, poets, editors, and publishing professionals. Attendees will benefit from focused instruction, peer feedback, and direct access to mentors who are active in today’s literary and publishing landscapes. Suite-style campus housing is available for participants seeking a full residential experience.
A few limited seats remain in these featured sessions:
- “Honing the Poetic Voice” with Chad Frame
- “Writing Small Stories” with Trish Rodriguez
- “The Entrepreneurial Writer” with Susette Brooks
Whether you aim to publish your first book, experiment with a new genre, or simply reconnect with your creative practice, the Summer Writers’ Retreat at Rosemont College provides the environment and support to help you grow.
For more information or questions, contact Graduate Assistant Jose Gamboa at jose.gamboa@rosemont.edu.
Explore Rosemont.edu to learn more about Writer’s Studio offerings also open to the public including Intro To Fiction I, Writing The Personal Essay, Publicity for Published Writers, International Writer’s Retreat & the Summer Writer’s Retreat.
The Rosemont Experience
At Rosemont, we believe that no matter what discipline you study, effective communication and problem solving are cornerstones to success. That’s why students take classes across multiple disciplines—to learn to approach complex situations from multiple angles. We also recognize the importance of real world experience in preparing you for a career. In fact, every student engages in at least one internship, volunteer effort, or service learning opportunity.
In the Heart of Suburban Philadelphia's Iconic Main Line
- Beautiful 58 acre Main Line campus located in serene suburban Philadelphia.
- Current students have access to world class advanced degree programs through exclusive partnerships.
- Rooted in Catholicism we welcome all faiths and beliefs.
- Coveted 11:1 student to faculty ratio providing an unparalleled educational experience.
- An average class size of 13 ensures a high caliber, personalized education.
