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We the Students Essay Contest

History
Bill of Rights Institute

Submission deadline

April 15, 2027 (UTC-4)

A national essay contest on the US Constitution and Bill of Rights, open to students in grades 8 through 12. Entrants write a 500 to 800 word essay responding to the year's constitutional prompt.

Registration

Format
Online
Age
14-19
Participation
Individual
Location
United States
Entry fee
Free
Prize
USD 7,500 first prize from a USD 20,000 total prize pool.

Timeline

  1. Submission deadlineApril 15, 2027 (UTC-4) source
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