The contest is to write an essay on one of the listed topics related to the novel “Atlas Shrugged”. The prize varies based on placing (up to $20,000).

Eligibility

• Open to students worldwide
• For graduating high school seniors, college undergraduates and graduate students

Deadline: April 28th

http://www.aynrand.org/students/essay-contests#atlasshrugged-1

Applicants must write a 500-1500 word essay on the following prompt: “The most important local county office to me is…”

• Award Amount: $1,000
• Open to U.S. citizens 16 years or older
• Must be enrolled or plan to enroll in an accredited institution of higher learning
• Open to all majors

Deadline: April 3rd

http://www.countyoffice.org/