Hey there! I'm an aspiring author and I've heard that winning reputable writing awards can look impressive on college applications. Does anyone have a list of the most prestigious writing awards for high school students?
Sure! There are a number of reputable writing competitions and awards you can consider entering. Here are a few:
1. Scholastic Art & Writing Awards: This is one of the largest creative writing competitions for teens in the U.S. The awards have various categories, including poetry, short story, flash fiction, novel writing, and more. Winners can receive recognition at the regional and national level.
2. YoungArts Awards: Though not limited to writing, a major part of this competition is dedicated to writing. There are many categories – short story, poetry, non-fiction, etc.
3. National Council of Teachers of English Achievement Awards in Writing: This competition aims to recognize talented young writers. It may involve writing samples judged by grade-level and a themed writing task.
4. The Adroit Journal's Prizes for Poetry and Prose: A yearly contest run by The Adroit Journal, prestigious literary publication, for the best poem and piece of prose written by high school students.
5. Davidson Fellows Scholarship: This is a highly selective scholarship for extraordinary pieces of work. Portfolios can include poetry, short stories, and excerpts.
6. The Claire Carmichael Scholarship in Novel Writing: This scholarship is for high school juniors and seniors who want to pursue novel writing.
Having a win or even a nomination from one of these awards can be a high-level extracurricular and a great addition to college applications. Just remember to adhere to the rules, guidelines, and deadlines of each competition. Good luck!
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