Ayn Rand Institute
Ayn Rand Institute Novel Essay Contest (Anthem)
An annual essay contest for 8th through 12th-grade students requiring applicants to write an analytical and argumentative essay on Ayn Rand's novella, Anthem.
Award
Up to $25,000
Deadline
Rolling / varies
Level
Undergraduate
Status
Rolling
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Who is eligible
- Must be an 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, or 12th grader
- Open to U.S. Citizens, Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents, DACA, and international students
- Academic interest in Literature/English/Writing
What you'll need
- Essay (600 - 1,200 words): Analyze and make an argument about an aspect or plot point of the novella Anthem by Ayn Rand, answering one of three provided prompts.
How to apply
- Go to the official scholarship program website to view the specific essay prompts.
- Write a 600 to 1,200-word essay answering one of the three prompts.
- Submit the completed essay online through the Ayn Rand Institute application portal.
Sources & verification
- Official listing:
- https://aynrand.org/students/essay-contests/anthem/
- How this listing was added:
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