Competitions, Conferences & Awards Guide
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Jeffery Ahn, Jr. Fellowship (Arts)
What: Arts Competition Who: High School Age Students Application Due: February 29th, 5:00pm Website The Jeffrey Ahn, Jr. Fellowship for Young Artists is awarded annually to a high school age artist of any background who proposes to complete an independent creative project during her or his summer break. The fellowship will provide up to $10,000 of funding for the project, including but not limited to cost of materials, relevant museum or gallery admission, and/or tuition for creative instruction. The Fellowship honors the creativity and independence of Jeffrey Ahn, Jr. (1995-2012) while supporting young artists as they strengthen their skills and talent. Brandeis Future of Medicine Youth Summit
What: Youth Conference Who: High School students Application Due:January (Priority); March (for scholarships); April (General) Website Application The Global Youth Summit on the Future of Medicine’s intensive seven-day program is tailored to outstanding high school students who are already interested in pursuing careers in health care. Delegates can expect to gain a unique, behind-the-scenes insight into the dynamic world of health care through experiential learning, guest lectures and networking opportunities with the leaders and innovators in the global medical community in order to build upon their already significant abilities and chart their path to becoming a leader in medicine. We the Students Essay Contest
What: Essay contest from the Bill of Rights Institute Who: All students Application Due: February 7, 2016 Website Application In 500-800 words, answer the following question: The Founders believed in the sanctity/vital importance of the individual liberties guaranteed in the Bill of Rights. To what extent (or in what ways) has our government compromised on these liberties in the name of security or the general welfare. Student Prizes Grand Prize: $5,000 cash (plus a scholarship to Constitutional Academy) Runners Up: 6 cash prizes of $1,250 each Honorable Mention: 8 cash prizes of $500 each Mentoring in Medicine Programs
What: Support for students interested in medical careers Who: All ages including educators Register By: Depends on the program you apply to Website Tribeca Film Festival- Film Fellows
What: Competition for film; college scholarship Who: Juniors and Seniors (Ages 16-18) Application Due: January 2016 Website Application Each year, Tribeca Film Institute invites emerging filmmakers, ages 16–18, to participate in a yearlong fellowship program that fosters their creative, professional, and academic skills. Fellows work closely with a professional film mentor who helps them develop their film proposals and pitch their projects in competition for a college scholarship in the amount of $1,500. |
MIT- Get Inspired! Research Awards Program
What: Research Awards Competition When: During the 2014-2015 School Year Who: All high school students under the age of 19, US Citizen or Permanent Resident. See other Eligibility Requirements First Submission Due: January 2016 Get Inspired Website Eligibility Criteria How to Apply Get Inspired is a new national research competition in the arts, humanities, and social sciences, organized by MIT students, exclusively for high school students. The first of its kind on a national scale, INSPIRE will enable students to showcase and present original research in one of thirteen fields, ranging from anthropology to music, economics, and philosophy. Expert judges will award prizes for the most outstanding work in each category. Deadlines:
Soroptomist International NYC- Violet Richardson Award
What: Award to honor young women for their service to others Who: Girls ages 14-17 Application Due: December 2015 Website Violet Richardson Award Application Named after the president of the first Soroptimist club, the Soroptimist Violet Richardson Award honors girls who are making a difference through volunteer service. Each year, Soroptimist clubs honor girls who donate their time and energy to causes that make the community and world a better place—such as working to end discrimination and poverty, assisting women and children who are victims of domestic violence, or mentoring young girls. The program begins on the Soroptimist club level, with club recipients becoming eligible for additional awards at other levels of the organization. One winner is chosen to receive a finalist award, which includes a contribution of $2,500 to the charitable organization of the recipient's choice. |
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92Y- Genius Competitions!
What: 2 Competitions based on design
Who: 9-12th Graders
Due: February 13, 2015 @ 5:00pm
It Took A Genius Video Competition Website & Application
92Y’s IT TOOK A GENIUS: Challenges Only a Genius Could Solve Competition invites students to submit videos highlighting a challenge overcome by a genius.
Design For Good Website & Application
92Y's Design for Good Competition invites teams of high school students to submit innovative design ideas that address a Grand Challenge identified in the national strategy for American Innovation—clean energy, education and health.
What: 2 Competitions based on design
Who: 9-12th Graders
Due: February 13, 2015 @ 5:00pm
It Took A Genius Video Competition Website & Application
92Y’s IT TOOK A GENIUS: Challenges Only a Genius Could Solve Competition invites students to submit videos highlighting a challenge overcome by a genius.
Design For Good Website & Application
92Y's Design for Good Competition invites teams of high school students to submit innovative design ideas that address a Grand Challenge identified in the national strategy for American Innovation—clean energy, education and health.
Y-MVP Fitness Program @ the Harlem YMCA
What: 8-Week Fitness Challenge
Who: Grades 6-12
Application Due: ASAP-- only 30 spots available.
Website
Application- See Mrs. Rippeteau, Room 564 for forms to complete.
Y-MVP is a FREE 8-week program that combines fun fitness activities with an interactive app. Over the course of the challenge, participants meet as a small class once a week with a trained coach to take on fitness “quests.” At the end of each class, teens receive a fitness “mission” that they need to complete before the next class during after-school or weekend teen fitness hours. Program participants record their workouts and check on their progress in the Y-MVP app, and are recognized and rewarded by earning digital badges and other fun incentives. Y-MVP is a program uniquely designed to teach teens how to develop dynamic fitness routines that work for them, and all levels of fitness are welcome. Get fit! Make friends! Have fun!
What: 8-Week Fitness Challenge
Who: Grades 6-12
Application Due: ASAP-- only 30 spots available.
Website
Application- See Mrs. Rippeteau, Room 564 for forms to complete.
Y-MVP is a FREE 8-week program that combines fun fitness activities with an interactive app. Over the course of the challenge, participants meet as a small class once a week with a trained coach to take on fitness “quests.” At the end of each class, teens receive a fitness “mission” that they need to complete before the next class during after-school or weekend teen fitness hours. Program participants record their workouts and check on their progress in the Y-MVP app, and are recognized and rewarded by earning digital badges and other fun incentives. Y-MVP is a program uniquely designed to teach teens how to develop dynamic fitness routines that work for them, and all levels of fitness are welcome. Get fit! Make friends! Have fun!
Con Edison Get Out the Vote Contest!
What: Video making contest
Who: All NYC Public School Students age 13 and up
Due: October 11, 2014
Votigo Website
How to Enter
Rules & Eligibility
We’re proud to announce the Con Edison Get Out the Vote Video Contest. If you or your organization works with high school students in New York City or Westchester County, please help spread the word about this contest.
We’re challenging students to show us why voting is important. They just need to shoot and upload a video that delivers the message in 90 seconds or less. The first place winner scores an Apple gift card worth $1,000. Second- and third-place winners finish with Apple gift cards worth $500 and $250, respectively.
What: Video making contest
Who: All NYC Public School Students age 13 and up
Due: October 11, 2014
Votigo Website
How to Enter
Rules & Eligibility
We’re proud to announce the Con Edison Get Out the Vote Video Contest. If you or your organization works with high school students in New York City or Westchester County, please help spread the word about this contest.
We’re challenging students to show us why voting is important. They just need to shoot and upload a video that delivers the message in 90 seconds or less. The first place winner scores an Apple gift card worth $1,000. Second- and third-place winners finish with Apple gift cards worth $500 and $250, respectively.
Weill Cornell Pre-Med Conference
What: Conference on December 6, 2014
Who: All students interested in pursuing a career in the medical field
Due: November 5, 2014
Website
Registration is free. To register for this conference call or email
Ms. Sahira Torres
212-746-3390
sjt2003@med.cornell.edu
This conference seeks to expose high school and undergraduate students to the vast opportunities for careers in medicine, while also educating them about health-care issues disproportionately affecting minority populations.
What: Conference on December 6, 2014
Who: All students interested in pursuing a career in the medical field
Due: November 5, 2014
Website
Registration is free. To register for this conference call or email
Ms. Sahira Torres
212-746-3390
sjt2003@med.cornell.edu
This conference seeks to expose high school and undergraduate students to the vast opportunities for careers in medicine, while also educating them about health-care issues disproportionately affecting minority populations.
NYC Science & Engineering Fair
What: Science fair
Who: Grades 9-12
Application Due: December 17, 2014
Website
Application
The New York City Science & Engineering Faire (NYCSEF) is the city’s largest high school research competition, with over 1,000 students participating annually. The fair provides a supportive, academic venue for students to present their research, network with other NYC high school students, and meet leading scientists and science professionals from around the metropolitan area. NYCSEF builds on the longstanding collaboration between the New York City Department of Education and CUNY College Now.
What: Science fair
Who: Grades 9-12
Application Due: December 17, 2014
Website
Application
The New York City Science & Engineering Faire (NYCSEF) is the city’s largest high school research competition, with over 1,000 students participating annually. The fair provides a supportive, academic venue for students to present their research, network with other NYC high school students, and meet leading scientists and science professionals from around the metropolitan area. NYCSEF builds on the longstanding collaboration between the New York City Department of Education and CUNY College Now.
Emperor Science Award Program
What: Science Competition; focus on Cancer research specifically
Who: 10th and 11th graders
Application Due: November 1, 2015
Website
Application
The Emperor Science Award initiative is designed to engage 10th and 11th grade high schools students curious about exploring careers in science, specifically cancer research & care, through a unique mentoring opportunity. Stand Up 2 Cancer, a program of the Entertainment Industry Foundation, and PBS LearningMedia are proud sponsors of this initiative in which 100 students will be awarded the opportunity to work alongside an esteemed scientist on a rewarding multi-week cancer research project. In addition, winning students will receive a FREE Google ChromeNotebook, $1,500 for expenses and the opportunity to continue the mentoring program to further their academic pursuits.
What: Science Competition; focus on Cancer research specifically
Who: 10th and 11th graders
Application Due: November 1, 2015
Website
Application
The Emperor Science Award initiative is designed to engage 10th and 11th grade high schools students curious about exploring careers in science, specifically cancer research & care, through a unique mentoring opportunity. Stand Up 2 Cancer, a program of the Entertainment Industry Foundation, and PBS LearningMedia are proud sponsors of this initiative in which 100 students will be awarded the opportunity to work alongside an esteemed scientist on a rewarding multi-week cancer research project. In addition, winning students will receive a FREE Google ChromeNotebook, $1,500 for expenses and the opportunity to continue the mentoring program to further their academic pursuits.
NYU PolyTech TCS Science Competition
What: Three Science and Engineering competitions
Who: Sophomores & Juniors
Application Due: November 7, 2014
Website
FAQ Sheet
Each year the Department of Technology, Culture and Society (TCS) hosts the annual competition for high school students, challenging them to think critically about problems in our society and to create solutions for the following areas: Sustainable Urban Environments, Science and Technology Studies, and Integrated Digital Media.
All winners are eligible for tutition remission for a summer course at NYU Poly and finalists and those who place (first, second and third) earn scholarship money for all 4 years of college, up to $20,000 for 1st place.
What: Three Science and Engineering competitions
Who: Sophomores & Juniors
Application Due: November 7, 2014
Website
FAQ Sheet
Each year the Department of Technology, Culture and Society (TCS) hosts the annual competition for high school students, challenging them to think critically about problems in our society and to create solutions for the following areas: Sustainable Urban Environments, Science and Technology Studies, and Integrated Digital Media.
All winners are eligible for tutition remission for a summer course at NYU Poly and finalists and those who place (first, second and third) earn scholarship money for all 4 years of college, up to $20,000 for 1st place.