SPJ/JEA High School Essay Contest
Summarized from Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ) / Journalism Education Association (JEA)'s official page. Nichable isn't affiliated with this program; confirm details on the official page before applying. How we verify listings
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- Deadline
- Status
- Opening soon · Due Feb 21, 2027
- Grade levels
- Grades 9-12
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Location
- Remote (Nationwide)
- How to apply
- Members only
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A national essay contest (300-500 words, original work only, AI-written or plagiarized entries disqualified) run jointly by the Society of Professional Journalists and Journalism Education Association, open to grades 9-12 at any U.S. public, private, or home school. Prizes are $1,000, $500 and $300 scholarships for first, second and third place. Cost: a $10 entry fee per essay.
Who can apply
Students in grades 9–12.
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