American Society of Professional Journalists HS Essay Contest
Expert Overview
Undisclosed
Format
Individual
Judging Format
Jurors: essays are judged by a panel of journalists, media educators, and other media professionals
Monetary
Grade Eligibility
Rising Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors
Geographic Eligibility
U.S.
Discipline
Deadline
February 22, 2026
Entries
145
Percent Awarded
2%
Important Dates
Deadline
February 22, 2026
Winners Announced
May 2026
Registration Cost
see website
About
Prizes Offered
First Place: $1,000 scholarship
Second Place: $500 scholarship
Third Place: $300 Scholarship
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