Competitions

The River of Words (ROW) competition, run by the Center for Environmental Literacy at Saint Mary’s College of California, is a unique platform that combines art, poetry, and environmental awareness. Established in 1995 by former U.S. Poet Laureate Robert Hass and writer Pamela Michael, ROW has since become one of the world’s largest youth poetry and art competitions.

The Harvard International Economics Essay Competition (HIEEC) provides an exciting opportunity for students to showcase their passion for writing and their profound understanding of economics. In this article, we will provide a detailed guide to the competition as well as how students can stand out!

Previously known as the Conrad Spirit of Innovation, the Conrad Innovation Challenge is an entrepreneurship competition for high school students. Students create an innovative business idea and pitch it to a panel of judges. The Conrad Challenge pushes students to think outside the box and teaches students something they can’t learn in the traditional classroom. See why the Conrad Challenge should be the next thing you add to your college application!

For middle and high school students passionate about history and humanities, the National History Day (NHD) competition is an opportunity worth exploring. As one of the most prestigious historical research competitions in the United States, NHD offers students the chance to develop their research, analytical, and presentation skills through projects that explore a wide range of historical topics. This article will provide a detailed overview of National History Day 2024-2025, including its theme, categories, process, and important dates to help students prepare for this enriching competition!