JFK Profile in Courage Essay Contest
Rated Intermediate, This national research essay asks students to analyse a specific act of political courage by a United States elected official. Eligible US high-school students submit individually with a nominating teacher, a bibliography and at least five varied sources. A strong entry needs an original subject, disciplined historical research and a persuasive analysis within a tightly controlled word limit.
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Official website ↗OVERALL COMPETITION LEVEL
Intermediate Level
5 evaluation dimensions have source-backed automatic scores; 1 dimensions need conflict review.
Competition overview
Key information
Eligible ages
14–19
School level
US high school
Registration method
Individual Allowed
Competition stages
Single national essay submission and judging
Fee
Free
Online / in-person
Online
Dates
Competition timeline
Registration opens
1 Sept 2025
Registration closes
12 Jan 2026
Competition starts
1 Sept 2025
Competition ends
12 Jan 2026
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As checked on 28 August 2026, the official page still displays the closed 2026 cycle; no next-cycle date has been inferred.