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Writing Competitions for Law Students

Constitutional Law

  • Description: The Freedom from Religion Foundation sponsors this competition which is intended to reach out to and reward law students interested in protecting the Establishment Clause of the First Amendment.
  • Deadline: Applications typically close by June 1. 
  • Who is eligible: Graduate students through age 30, must be at a North American College or University. 
  • Prize:  1st Prize: $3,500, 2nd Prize: $3,000, 3rd Prize: $2,500, 4th Prize: $2,000, 5th Prize: $1,500, 6th Prize: $1,000, 7th Prize: $750, 8th Prize: $500, 9th Prize: $400, 10th Prize: $300, Optional Honorable Mention(s): $200.
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  • Description: The American Constitution Society (ACS) and the University of Pennsylvania Law School ACS Chapter host an annual national student writing competition in honor of Constance Baker Motley’s legacy. ACS welcomes all student papers furthering and promoting a progressive vision of the Constitution, law, and public policy. Entrants are encouraged to view this topic broadly, and we welcome submissions on a variety of substantive areas. 
  • Deadline: Applications typically close in February. 
  • Who is eligible: Law Students who are dues-paying members of the ACS.
  • Prize:  1st Prize: $3,000; 2 Runners-Up-$1,000 each 
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