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Writing competition for current seniors at public high schools in the United States who plan to attend college in fall 2027. Students submit one original work of up to 10 pages in poetry, spoken word, fiction, memoir, graphic novel or a freedom of expression prompt. Six college scholarships of up to $10,000 each are awarded nationwide, plus one additional first-place prize for the top entrant from the New York City area. Entries close January 15, 2027 or once 1,000 applications arrive.
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