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Writing Competitions

Writing competitions offer a unique platform to express creativity, refine storytelling skills, and gain valuable recognition for literary talent. Participating in these contests encourages students to explore diverse perspectives, hone their craft, and build a compelling portfolio for college applications.

How to navigate our competition page: 

Competition Level: 

• National: Students within the US
• Regional: Students from specific states, provinces, or territories
• International: Open to students worldwide

Eligibility: 

• Middle School: Students in grades 6-8
• High School: Students in grades 9-12
• Middle and High School: Students in both grade ranges

Deadlines: 

We’ve listed the competition deadlines by month to help you plan. Each competition has a specific deadline, so be sure to check the calendar for exact dates. 

  • Deadline:
  • Apr
  • Aug
  • Dec
  • Feb
  • Jan
  • Jul
  • Jun
  • Mar
  • May
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  • Varies
Deadline:
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The Betty Award
International CompetitionMayMiddle School

The Betty Award

The Foyle Young Poets
International CompetitionJulMiddle and High School

The Foyle Young Poets

The Marshall Society Essay Competition Preparation
AugInternational CompetitionMiddle and High School

The Marshall Society Essay Competition

The New York Times Annual STEM Writing Contest
High SchoolInternational CompetitionMar

The New York Times Annual STEM Writing Contest

The Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition
International CompetitionMayMiddle and High School

The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition

Tom Howard/John H. Reid Fiction & Essay Contest
AprInternational CompetitionMiddle and High School

Tom Howard/John H. Reid Fiction & Essay Contest

Tom Howard/John H. Reid Poetry Contest
International CompetitionMiddle and High SchoolSep

Tom Howard/John H. Reid Poetry Contest

IOL International Linguistics Olympiad
International CompetitionJunMiddle and High School

William Faulkner – William Wisdom Creative Writing Competition

Write the World Series Writing Contest
High SchoolInternational CompetitionVaries

Write the World Series Writing Contest

Young Writers USA
Middle and High SchoolNational CompetitionVaries

Young Writers USA

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