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Essay Submission
This is the submission form for students to submit their own essays. If you’re a teacher trying to submit an essay for your student, please visit this page.
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Submit by 11:59PM ET on March 13, 2026
Essay Requirements
- Length: 500-1,000 words
- Topic: Must address one of the four prompts
- Originality: Essays must be students’ own work. Plagiarism or AI-generated content will be disqualified.
- Interview: Students whose submissions reach the final phase of judging must take part in brief remote interviews to discuss their essays. Students must have some availability during the week of May 17-23.
Eligibility & Divisions
- Middle School Division: Grades 5-8
- High School Division: Grades 9-12
- Residency: U.S., Canada, or U.S. military address