JASNA Essay Contest
Essay writingContest topic announced (following the usual November pattern, estimated)approximate
November 15, 2026 (UTC-5)
An annual essay contest asking students to closely analyze a set aspect of Jane Austen's novels, judged separately in high school, undergraduate and graduate divisions. Entrants write a properly cited literary analysis essay rather than a personal or persuasive piece, and JASNA membership is not required to enter.
Registration
- Format
- Online
- Age
- 14-18
- Participation
- Individual
- Location
- International
- Entry fee
- Free
- Prize
- 1,000 dollar scholarship plus conference lodging for first place in each division, with 500 and 250 dollar scholarships for second and third.