British Association for American Studies School Essay Award
Create a free account to applyWrite an anonymous essay on any aspect of the American experience, from history and film to politics or literature. The winning author receives £150, with possible £50 runner-up prizes; your teacher must certify your student status in a signed letter.
This annual essay award recognises exceptional essays, or comparable work, on topics in American Studies by students in the UK. The award welcomes writing on any aspect of the American experience, with history, literature, film, politics and related disciplines all in scope.
The winning author receives £150, and runner-up prize(s) of £50 may also be awarded. Essays must be anonymous and no names or institutional affiliations may appear on the essay itself. Applicants need to submit a teacher’s contact details and a signed letter from the teacher certifying student status, and the essay must be within the required word limit.
14 January 2027
Location
- Anyone studying at a UK secondary school, sixth form, or college.
- The submission must be an essay or comparable work on a topic in American Studies.
- Students from minoritised backgrounds are particularly encouraged to apply.
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