Competitions

When it comes to international history competitions suitable for high school students, most people might first think of the John Locke Essay Contest or the National History Day (NHD) competition. Today, we want to introduce you and provide a guide to a new competition called the David McCullough Essay Prizes.

The Tadpole Press 100-Word Writing Contest is an international competition that celebrates creativity and community.

In today’s world, where creativity and self-expression are more important than ever, student-run writing competitions provide young writers with a unique platform to share their voices. These initiatives are not only fostering a love for writing, but are also building confidence, honing skills, and connecting aspiring authors from all over the world. Let’s dive into these noteworthy student-led writing competitions that students can participate in and win great prizes!

If you’re a high school student interested in reading historical classics and want to improve your literary analysis skills, consider participating in the Jane Austen Society essay contest! This contest is for students who want to share their unique, in-depth opinions on Jane Austen’s famous works and earn an opportunity to travel and network with outstanding writers and fellow Jane Austen fans. Note that there are many different essays contests on Jane Austen’s works—this blog focuses on competition details and preparation advice for the essay contest hosted by the Jane Austen Society of North America. Let’s explore the guide to the Jane Austen Society Essay Contest!

The New York Times How To Informational Writing Contest is an entertaining, creative way to either get your foot in the door as a student new to creative writing, or challenge a new genre as a seasoned writer. This blog covers all the competition details and writing advice you need to know to craft a stunning essay for the NYT “How To” writing contest!

Stay on top of the 2025 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards deadlines for submission with our comprehensive guide! Aralia Education brings you the latest on key deadlines by U.S. state and Canadian regions, so you’ll never miss an important date. Read more for deadline insights and success tips!