$5k High School Essay Contest, Due: 10/31
Background: The Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. International High School Essay Contest gives college-bound high school seniors a chance to share their ideas through writing and compete for scholarship support. Students are encouraged to show their ability to develop a strong topic, organize their ideas, and communicate clearly.
Eligibility:
🎓 Must be a high school senior
🏫 Must be college-bound
✍️ Must submit an essay through an Omega Psi Phi Fraternity chapter
📍 Submission is reviewed by the chapter connected to your high school/home address
Requirements:
📝 Submit an original essay
📏 Essay must be 700–750 words
💻 Typewritten and double-spaced
📄 Submit by email in Microsoft Word or by postal service
🚫 Essay must not have been previously published or copyrighted
📚 Essays are scored on topic development, organization, readability, grammar, spelling, and punctuation
Scholarship Amount:
💰 Up to $5k
Deadline:
📅 October 31, 2026
