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Ayn Rand Institute Novel Essay Contest (Atlas Shrugged)
Ayn Rand Institute Novel Essay Contest (Atlas Shrugged)
Offered by Ayn Rand Institute
Are you a high school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student with a passion for reading, writing, and Atlas Shrugged by Ayn Rand? If so, we may just have the perfect opportunity for you: the Ayn Rand Institute Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest! Each year, the contest asks its applicants to write an 800 – 1,600 word essay in which they analyze and make an argument about an aspect or plot point of the novel Atlas Shrugged by Ayn Rand. Eighty-four students are awarded for their efforts, earning between $25 and $10,000 each. The scholarship is offered by the Ayn Rand Institute, a California-based nonprofit “think tank” dedicated to promoting a better understanding of Ayn Rand’s philosophies. If you’re familiar with Atlas Shrugged, can make a convincing argument, and want to make some cash, we encourage you to apply!
Open to the following grade levels:
Eligibility information
This scholarship is open to students meeting the below eligibility criteria.
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Application information
To apply for this scholarship, submit an online application and the below application materials. Essays should be logically-organized, clear, and illustrate an incredibly in-depth understanding of the meaning of “Atlas Shrugged” by Ayn Rand. Whether a judge agrees or disagrees with an applicant’s argument will not be a factor in scoring.
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