Ayn Rand Institute Essay Contests (Anthem, The Fountainhead, Atlas Shrugged)
Annual international essay contests in which middle and high school students read one of Ayn Rand's novels and write an analytical essay on its themes and characters, with top prizes up to $25,000.
Enter Ayn Rand Institute essay contests
Win up to $25,000 in scholarship prizes
Open to students worldwide
How to Apply
- Select Your Contest matching your grade level and Ayn Rand novel
- Read the novel carefully and take notes on themes, characters, and passages
- Create an account and submit your application
- Write and submit original essays responding to contest prompts before deadline
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