Academic Contests

We have collected academic contests from across the country that students can enter and receive prize money which can be used to further their education. These contests consist of individual competitions and group competitions.

Clean Tech Competition

The Clean Tech Competition is a unique, worldwide research and design challenge for pre-college youth. The program encourages scientific understanding of real world issues and the integration of environmentally responsible energy sources. Each year, the Clean Tech Competition addresses an issue that is grounded in core technological competency areas and focuses on the next great engineering challenges. The competition is designed to foster a deeper understanding of STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) related concepts, recognize outstanding talent and prepare the next generation of globally competitive innovators.

Competition Link

ACSA Competitions

The Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture runs several competitions for students and faculty to enter and win cash prizes.

ACSA Competitions Link

New England Institute of Technology – Contests

NEIT offers an essay writing contest to high school students with the three winners offered a $2000, $1500, and $1000 scholarships to their school.

NEIT Link

The National League of American Pen Women – Contests

The NLAPW sponsors national and branch level awards throughout the year. Check the art, writing or music pages for updates on contests open to members.

NLAPW Link

Homeschool World Contests

Homeschool World lists several contests that home school students can participate in.

Homeschool World Link

Ayn Rand Essay Contest

Have you read one of Ayn Rand’s thought-provoking novels? Now’s the time! Enter an Ayn Rand Institute essay contest for your chance to win thousands of dollars in cash prizes.

Ayn Rand Contest Link

Engineering Education Service Center

EESC provides a list of engineering-based contests for students interested in the various aspects of the engineering field.

EESC Link

Kenneth E. Behring National History Day Contest

The Kenneth E. Behring National History Day Contest is the final stage of a series of contests at local and state/affiliate levels. Students begin their journey by presenting their projects in classrooms, schools and districts around the world. Top entries are invited to the state/affiliate level contests. The top two entries in every category at the state/affiliate level are then invited to the Kenneth E. Behring National History Day Contest. The contest is named for Mr. Behring in recognition of his generous support of history education and National History Day®.

NHD Link

ExploraVision Competition

The ExploraVision competition for K-12 students engages the next generation in real world problem solving with a strong emphasis on STEM. ExploraVision challenges students to envision and communicate new technology 20 years in the future through collaborative brainstorming and research of current science and technology.

ExploraVision Link

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