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We the Students Scholarship Essay Contest

We the Students Scholarship Essay Contest

Applicable For:

High School Students

Max Award Amount:

$7500

Application Deadline:

15/04/2023

Scholarship Provider

Country

United States
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About This Scholarship

The “We the Students Scholarship Essay Contest” is an annual scholarship program organized by the Bill of Rights Institute, a non-profit organization that aims to educate young people about the Constitution and the principles of liberty.  The exact topic of the essay may vary from year to year, but it generally focuses on a specific aspect of the Constitution or a current issue related to constitutional rights and liberties. The winners of the contest receive scholarship awards ranging from $500 to $7,500, which can be used to help pay for college or other educational expenses.

Eligibility Criteria For We the Students Scholarship Essay Contest

The We the Students Scholarship Essay Contest is an annual scholarship program for high school students in the United States. The contest is sponsored by the Bill of Rights Institute and encourages students to explore and reflect on important aspects of American citizenship, including civic responsibility, the rule of law, and the rights and responsibilities of citizens.

To be eligible for the We the Students Scholarship Essay Contest, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Be a legal resident of the United States and currently enrolled in a high school (public, private, or homeschooled) or a high school equivalent program in the United States
  • Be in grades 9-12, or between the ages of 14-19, at the time of entry
  • Submit an original essay of no more than 800 words on a given topic related to American citizenship and the Constitution

The essay topic changes each year, and the deadline for submissions is typically in the spring. Winners are selected based on the originality, clarity, and coherence of their essay, as well as their understanding and interpretation of the topic. The scholarship award amount varies from year to year, but is typically between $500 and $7,500. To learn more about the We the Students Scholarship Essay Contest, you can visit the Bill of Rights Institute website.

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