Arts & Humanities143 days leftCivics essay
JFK Profile in Courage Essay Contest
By JFK Library Foundation
Award
$100 – $10,000
Deadline
Jan 15, 2027
Eligibility
All Grades
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Essay contest on political courage by a U.S. elected official.
Honors JFK's legacy through student essays on civic leadership.
Who can apply
High school seniorNo citizenship requirement listedNationwide (U.S.)
- Grades 9-12
What the application asks for
Essay requiredMerit-basedEssay or writingField of study
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