Essay Contest

Eligibility

✓ Must be a student enrolled at a secondary school
✓ Must be a logical, profound and effective communicator in the written and spoken English language 

The Harvard Undergraduate Economics Association (HUEA) and the Harvard College Economics Review (HCER) jointly host an annual essay contest so-called “HUEA/HCER International Essay Competition.” Utilization of real-world examples in corroborating economic theories is the key to success of this contest. Moreover, a summary-based rather than research-based essay format is highly encouraged. Four questions are provided, and only one of them should be answered and submitted accordingly. The submitted essays will be evaluated by the boards of the organizations as well as Oliver Hart, the 2016 Economics Nobel Prize winner.  

Any high school student at any level from any country and any school is eligible to take part in the contest. The essay should be no longer than 1500 words. 1st prize winner receives $1000; 2nd prize winner receives $250; and 3rd prize winner receives $100. 

Eligibility 

 ✓ The contest is open to individual girls and boys in the following three competition categories: 

Elementary School Students (grades 3-5)

Middle School Students  (grades 6-8) High School Students (grades 9-12)

Sustainable development is about meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to satisfy their own needs.  It’s a way of thinking that will help make life is as good or better in the future as it is today.

To accomplish this, the world needs solutions that not only fix problems, but also support social and political change. Engineering and people with engineering skills are essential to making this happen.

The United Nations created the Sustainable Development Goals to identify 17 areas where urgent action is required on all levels – from international institutions to individual households.  The aim is to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure that all people have equal opportunities to enjoy peace and prosperity.

 Eligibility

✓ Must be an 18-year-old (or younger) student   

John Locke Institute, an independent educational organization founded in the spirit of John Locke, an English philosopher primarily renowned for his ideas of political liberalism, annually hosts an essay contest so-called “John Locke Institute Essay Competition (or simply ‘John Locke’).” The competition, co-sponsored by the University of Oxford and Princeton University, is purposefully designed to cultivate students’ independent critical thinking, reasoning and persuasive skills beyond the confines of standardized school curricula. 

There are seven subject categories (excluding Junior Category): Philosophy, Politics, Economics, History, Psychology, Theology and Law. For each subject category, three questions are given from which one can only choose to write on, not exceeding 2000 words. The deadline for submissions is TBD. 

 Eligibility

✓ Targeted grade levels:6-12th
✓ Word limit:1500-2500 words
✓ Topic: Any history topic related to an annual theme 

 The 2022 National Contest will be held virtually June 12-16, 2022. 

National History Day (NHD), established in 1974, is a nonprofit education organization based in College Park, Maryland, that is dedicated to improving the teaching and learning of history. NHD provides a yearlong academic program for middle and high school students. Every year, more than 600,000 students around the world conduct original research on historical topics of their choosing and create projects to present their findings. NHD improves history education by providing engaged learning for students and professional development for teachers. Students participate in NHD in classrooms ranging from Social Studies, English/Language Arts, Art, and Drama to Technology and Special Education. NHD provides the organizational structure for students like you to enter NHD contests at the Regional and Affiliate levels, with top entries advancing to the National Contest at the University of Maryland, College Park.

 Eligibility

✓ All students enrolled in grade 9-12 within the states.

 The Sigma Delta Chi Foundation of the Society of Professional Journalists and the Journalism Education Association want to increase high school students' knowledge and understanding of the importance of independent media to our lives. National winners of this essay contest receive scholarship awards. 

This year's essay topic is  

How can student journalists use social media for free speech and amplifying voices, but still ensure ethical and responsible use of the platforms?

Format is 300-500 words double space and due on Feb 19, 2022 11:59pm

The 11th annual Ocean Awareness Contest is a platform for young people to learn about environmental issues through art-making and creative communication, explore their relationship to a changing world, and become advocates for positive change. Students ages 11-18 from around the world are invited to participate.

The Contest deadline is June 13, 2022.

The 2022 Ocean Awareness Contest—THE FUNNY THING ABOUT CLIMATE CHANGE—challenges students to learn about climate change and its impact on the ocean, and to explore new ways to communicate the urgency of the climate crisis. We are looking for innovative pieces that challenge our expectations for what climate change messaging should look like. How can you talk about climate change in a fresh way? How can you capture attention without sacrificing your message?

 Each summer, 80 of the world's most accomplished high school students gather at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) for the Research Science Institute (RSI). RSI is the first cost-free to students, summer science & engineering program to combine on-campus course work in scientific theory with off-campus work in science and technology research.

Participants experience the entire research cycle from start to finish. They read the most current literature in their field, draft and execute a detailed research plan, and deliver conference-style oral and written reports on their findings.

RSI scholars first participate in a week of intensive STEM classes with accomplished professors. The heart of RSI is the five week research internship where students conduct individual projects under the tutelage of mentors who are experienced scientists and researchers. During the final week of RSI, students prepare written and oral presentations on their research projects.

This is an intensive seven week program for gifted high school students which combines formal instruction with independent research and allows students to design original research projects with guidance from Garcia Center faculty, students, and staff. Students can continue during the academic year in the Mentor Program, which allows them to plan a research schedule with a faculty mentor throughout the year. Pre-arranged transportation and class schedules are coordinated with local school boards to enable students from a large geographical area to enroll in the program. Almost three hundred high school students have participated in the mentor program since its inception.

The students have consistently won recognition for their research through national competitions ( LISEF,  NYCSEF,  NYSSEF,  ISEF), published in refereed journals, been awarded patents, inducted into the National Young Inventor's Hall of Fame, and been accepted to universities or professional programs of their choice.

When you attend Stanford University Mathematics Camp, not only will you engage in deep exploration of mathematics and develop as a mathematician, but you will be immersed in a community of others who share your mathematical talent and curiosity. For three weeks you will participate in online classes, make new friends, and be challenged intellectually. Many participants say the experience changed their lives. 

 SUMaC is for students who are in 10th or 11th grade at the time of application, and who have an exceptional interest and ability in mathematics. 

Dead line is  

Tuesday, March 15, 2022

 The New York University High School Law Institute (“HSLI”) is a student-run organization that serves talented and motivated high school students throughout New York City. Alongside our sister program at Columbia Law School, we offer free, yearlong academic programming in constitutional law, criminal law, and speech and debate on Saturdays from 10 AM to 1 PM.

Ideal HSLI students are those who recognize the impact of the legal system, wish to learn more about how it concretely impacts society, and are preparing themselves to serve and advocate for others. While there is no expectation that our students apply to law school or pursue a legal career, we do expect that they apply themselves diligently to their studies in high school and beyond.

Courses are taught by teams of current NYU Law and undergraduate students. Teachers receive thorough training prior to class and receive ongoing support throughout the year. They are also provided with detailed curricula created by veteran HSLI instructors and board members that are scaffolded to support high school student understanding. Each lesson contains discussion questions, background information, classroom activities, and homework assignments that can be tailored to fit each student’s interests. Our classes are discussion-driven aimed at fostering independent thought. At HSLI, students are encouraged to think well, advocate well, and work collaboratively; they are also taught to evaluate arguments based on analytical rigor and strength of evidence.

FinTech Focus is a four-week immersive program designed for incoming college freshmen with an interest in finance, computer science and technology. Over the course of the program, students learn the principles of computer science, gain exposure to the financial services industry, and get hands-on experience developing real-world applications. Students will have the opportunity to hear from guest speakers, learn the basics of banking and finance, and gain insights into STEM career paths available in college and beyond. The course will take place virtually, with the support and sponsorship of top financial firms. It is open to students who are completing their final year of high school and are enrolled in an accredited university 

  Eligibility 

✓ Age 16-18

✓ June 26, 2022 – July 23, 2022 

✓  Tuition: $9,550 

Spend four weeks experiencing the University of Pennsylvania’s Perelman School of Medicine intensive summer program designed for high school juniors and seniors interested in medical careers. Modeled after actual first year Penn Med classes, you’ll gain exposure to the basics of medical training including practical experiences, simulations and live demonstrations. Plus, you’ll live the life of a college student on Penn’s campus, located in University City in Philadelphia, PA.  Experience dorm life, campus living, attend classes, and make life-long friends!

The high-tech, jaw-dropping learning spaces at Penn Medicine are every medical student’s dream. You’ll learn from highly accredited doctors and faculty at Penn Medicine who are involved throughout the program. Students have also had a rare opportunity to observe a surgery. As the doctors share their stories and expose you to the many diverse specialties and opportunities available to pursue in medicine, this program will certainly confirm for you how rewarding it can be when you choose to follow after your passion.