CompetitionCivic Engagement / Political Science
Columbia Undergraduate Law Review – High School Essay Contest
Essay contest on law and public policy topics run by Columbia's undergraduate law review. Often intersects with constitutional law, civil rights, and governance.
The contest is open internationally to all current high school students
Please enter your submission on this Google Form
All submissions will be due Friday, June 26, 2026, by 11:59 pm EST
Deadline: 2026-06-26
3-5 hours/week hrs/week
Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, Senior
International
Free
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How to Apply
- Submit essay via Google Form
- Essay must be no more than 1,500 words
- Cite sources in Chicago format with works cited page
- Submit essay as a PDF
- One essay per contestant
- Submit by June 26, 2026, 11:59 pm EST