Trinity College Cambridge Gould Prize for Essays in English Literature 2026

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Competition Overview

Eligible ages: 16 - 18

School level: Year 12 / Lower Sixth or international equivalent

Competition stages: Essay submission; results announced in early September; prize winners/highly commended may be invited to Trinity College.

Registration method: Individual Allowed

Fee: Free / no entry fee listed

Online / in-person: Online

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Registration deadline: 31 Jul 2026

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Annual Trinity College Cambridge essay prize for Year 12 / Lower Sixth students. 2026 deadline is 12 noon UK time on 31 July 2026. Essay length 1,500-2,500 words; AI assistance prohibited.

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Trinity's Essay Prizes page lists the Gould Prize for Essays in English Literature as OPEN NOW for 2026.
Official page states it is an annual competition for Year 12 or Lower 6th students, with essays of 1,500-2,500 words.
Official page states the deadline is 12 noon UK time on 31 July 2026 and prizes are £600 first prize and £400 second prize split with the school or college.

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