Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest

Ayn Rand Institute

Amount: $10,000
Deadline: September 21
Level: high-school, undergraduate, graduate
Renewable: No

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About

The Ayn Rand Institute offers an annual essay contest based on Ayn Rand's novel 'Atlas Shrugged'. Students are required to read the book and respond to one of the provided essay topics.

Eligibility

  • Citizenship: any
  • GPA: none
  • Applicants must be high school students, undergraduate students, or graduate students.

Required Materials

  • Essay (800-1600 words)

Timeline

Applications open August 1. Deadline September 21. Winners notified December.

Tips

Thoroughly read and understand 'Atlas Shrugged'. Select an essay topic that deeply resonates with you and allows for thorough analysis. Clearly articulate your arguments and support them with textual evidence.