The Ayn Rand Institute Essay Contest

The Ayn Rand Institute

Amount: $10,000
Deadline: April 28
Level: undergraduate
Renewable: No

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About

Students analyze themes and characters from Ayn Rand's novels like 'The Fountainhead' or 'Atlas Shrugged' for a chance to win significant scholarship awards.

Eligibility

  • Citizenship: any
  • GPA: none
  • Must write an essay on a given topic from one of Ayn Rand's novels.

Required Materials

  • Essay (600-1,600 words)

Timeline

Contest opens Fall. Deadline April 28. Winners announced Summer.

Tips

Read the chosen novel carefully and understand its philosophical underpinnings. Develop a clear, well-supported argument in your essay. Adhere strictly to word count and formatting guidelines.