Pivotal Essay Contest

Award Amount
Application deadline
Awarded By:

Pivotal

Number of Awards & Eligibility: There are 3 awards available.
In order to qualify, students must meet the following criteria:
  1. High school students aged 13-19 are eligible to participate.

In order to qualify, students must meet the following criteria:

Description: We live at a pivotal moment in history. Urgent challenges and rapidly developing technologies confront society — the choices we make now will shape humanity's long-term future. It is in this context that Pivotal, in partnership with the Global Priorities Institute at Oxford University, is proud to announce a global essay contest focused on the world's most pressing problems. With $25,000 in prizes, a panel of world-class judges, and no entry fee, this contest provides an unparalleled opportunity for young minds to engage with critical global issues. To aid in their exploration, participants may also request a free copy of William MacAskill's "What We Owe The Future,” a seminal work that dives into our responsibilities to future generations. Any queries can be directed to [email protected].

Application requirements for the Pivotal Essay Contest are:

  • Essay
  • Application form
Additional Information:

Award Amount: 1st place winners will receive: $15,000; 2nd place: $7000; 3rd place: $3000.  The total dollars awarded for this scholarship is $25,000.

Deadline Information:

Deadline for this scholarship is Tuesday, October 10, 2023

Deadline Information:

Deadline for this scholarship is Tuesday, October 10, 2023

All applications and supporting materials must be submitted by the listed deadline. No incomplete/ late submissions will be accepted. Award notifications will be announced on November 10th!
About Pivotal:
Contact Information: Saheb Gulati, Project Manager
Address: 1122 Kenilworth Dr Suite 201 Townson, Maryland

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