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FRA Americanism Essay Contest

FRA Americanism Essay Contest

Applicable For:

Undergraduate Students

Max Award Amount:

$1500

Application Deadline:

01/12/2023

Scholarship Provider

Country

United States
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About This Scholarship

The FRA Americanism Essay Contest is an annual essay competition sponsored by the Fleet Reserve Association (FRA) for students in grades 7 through 12. The contest aims to promote patriotism and stimulate interest in American history among young people.The FRA Americanism Essay Contest offers national awards for first, second, and third-place winners in each grade level, with cash prizes ranging from $50 to $5,000. In addition, local FRA branches may offer their own prizes for winners at the local level.

Overall, the FRA Americanism Essay Contest is an excellent opportunity for students to develop their writing skills, learn about American history and government, and demonstrate their patriotism and civic engagement. It also provides students with the opportunity to compete for national recognition and valuable prizes.

Eligibility Criteria For FRA Americanism Essay Contest

The FRA Americanism Essay Contest is open to students in grades 7-12 who are sponsored by a Fleet Reserve Association (FRA) branch or Ladies Auxiliary. The eligibility criteria for the essay contest are as follows:

  • Students must be sponsored by a Fleet Reserve Association (FRA) branch or Ladies Auxiliary.
  • Students must be in grades 7 through 12, and enrolled in a public, private, or parochial school or home study program in the United States.
  • Essays must be written in English and must not exceed 350 words for grades 7 and 8, and 700 words for grades 9 through 12.
  • Essays must address the theme for the year’s contest. The theme is announced annually by the FRA and is typically related to Americanism, patriotism, and citizenship.
  • Essays must be submitted to the sponsoring FRA branch or Ladies Auxiliary no later than the deadline specified by the contest.

Students who meet the eligibility criteria and are interested in participating in the FRA Americanism Essay Contest should contact their local FRA branch or Ladies Auxiliary for more information on how to apply and the deadline for submission.

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