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Program |
National Peace Essay Contest |
Organization |
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Opportunity Type |
Scholarship |
About the Program |
The U.S. Institute of Peace (USIP) is committed to educating the next generation of peacebuilders about the U.S. role in preventing and resolving conflicts around the world, and about the important part that young people can play as engaged global citizens. USIP is proud to partner with the American Foreign Service Association (AFSA) on the annual National High School Essay Contest for 2015-2016. |
Application Deadline |
March 15, 2024 |
Application Website |
www.usip.org/category/course-type/national-peace-essay-contest |
Program Benefits
Scholarship Amount |
$2,500 |
Renewable? |
No |
Additional Details |
The winner of the contest will receive a $2,500 cash prize, an all-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C., to meet the secretary of state and tour USIP, and a full-tuition paid voyage with Semester at Sea upon the student’s enrollment at an accredited university. The runner-up will receive a $1,250 cash prize and a full scholarship to participate in the International Diplomacy Program of the National Student Leadership Conference. |
Requirements
Description |
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Open to residents of: |
National - All 50 States |
Open to students attending school in: |
National - All 50 States |
Year in School |
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Citizenship |
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Other Details |
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Keywords |
international relations, peace, scholarship |
Contact |
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Organization Website |
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Organization Address |
2301 Constitution Avenue NW, |
Organization Phone |
(202) 457-1700 |
Last Modified Date |
November 27, 2015 |