Princeton University Leonard L. Milberg 53 High School Poetry Prize for School Students

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Princeton University posted 7 months ago
Posted: October 21, 2024 -Accepting applications

Opportunity Detail

Gender Male Female
Level Non-Degree /Short program
Number of Opportunity: 3
Eligible Region/Countries
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Medium of Instruction English
Opportunity ID 81286
Funding Type Partially Funded

Opportunity Description

Are you an 11th-grade student with a passion for poetry? Have you ever wanted your voice to be heard on an international stage? The Leonard L. Milberg ’53 High School Poetry Prize provides a unique opportunity for talented high school poets to showcase their work and receive prestigious recognition. Whether you write for joy, self-expression, or to address the world’s challenges, this competition could be your chance to shine.

Princeton University, renowned for its commitment to fostering creative talent, invites 11th-grade students in the U.S. and abroad to submit their best poetry. The contest is judged by famous poets from Princeton’s creative writing faculty, offering an incredible opportunity for young poets to have their work reviewed by leading literary figures. This year’s judges include poets like Michael Dickman, Ilya Kaminsky, and Patricia Smith.

With the opportunity to win substantial cash prizes, the Leonard L. Milberg ’53 High School Poetry Prize is a golden opportunity for aspiring young poets. If you’re passionate about poetry, don’t miss your chance to participate in this prestigious contest.

Key Details and Dates

Application Deadline: November 10, 2024, 11:59 p.m. (ET)
Funding Type: Cash Prize
Host Institution: Princeton University
Eligible Countries: U.S. and international
Eligible Gender: Male/Female
Target Group: 11th-grade students (or international equivalent)
Focus Area: Poetry
Study Level: High school (11th grade)
Number of Prizes: 3 Prizes
Program Language: English
Host Country: Oniline

Benefits and Prizes

The following are the prize amounts:

First Prize: $1,500
Second Prize: $750
Third Prize: $500
Winners will have their names published and recognized by Princeton University.

Eligibility Criteria

The entrants must meet these requirements:

Entrants must currently enroll in the 11th grade (or international equivalent).
Open to students in the U.S. and abroad, including public, non-public, charter, and home-school students.
Applicants can submit up to 3 poems.
Poems written in other languages are accepted, provided the student translates their work into English.