Writing & Publishing
NCTE The Next Draft Student Writing Contest
National Council of Teachers of English
- Estimated cost
- Not verified
- Deadline
- Oct 31, 2026
- Eligibility
- Grades 9-12 in 2026-27; students at US, US territory and American Schools Abroad
Writing & PublishingOpens SoonCost Unknown
National Federation of Press Women High School Communications Contest
National Federation of Press Women
NFPW established journalism, writing and communications contest with state, national and Best of Best awards; national first place $100 and Best of Best +$250 for student.
Opportunity overview
The basic program facts and participation format.
- Opportunity type
- Writing & Publishing
- Subtype
- Writing Competition
- Academic field
- Writing / Literature
- Format
- Online
- Location
- State or at-large online entry; national competition in United States
- Application status
- Opens Soon
Still to confirm (4)
We have not verified these details:
- Detailed topics
- Timetable / season
- Exact schedule
- Duration
Eligibility & access
Confirm every unresolved requirement on the official website before applying.
- Grades eligible
- Current high school students or recently graduated seniors whose work was published during senior year after February 10, 2026
- Age requirements
- High-school participation; no numeric age rule stated
- Citizenship
- U.S. citizenship not specifically required; program routes depend on state/school
- Residency
- U.S. state affiliate or at-large route; Department of Defense schools overseas eligible for at-large
- Other requirements
- High schoolers in U.S.; state affiliate or at-large route depends on state
Still to confirm (5)
We have not verified these details:
- Age range
- International eligibility
- Geographic restriction
- Academic prerequisites
- School restrictions
Application
Deadlines and required materials can change between program cycles.
- Application opens
- Dec 1, 2026
- Main deadline
- Feb 10, 2027
- Application requirements