The annual Religious Liberty Scholarship Contest engages high school students in church-state issues by directing them to express a point of view on a religious liberty topic. The contest is open to all high school students in the graduating classes of 2024 and 2025. There are no requirements regarding GPA, faith, after-school activities or clubs. To enter the contest, students must submit an original essay (800-1200 words) or an original TikTok-style video (90-180 seconds). Students can only submit one entry, either a video or an essay, but not both. Entries will be judged on the depth of their content, the mastery of the topic and the skill with which they are produced. The student should develop a point of view on the issue and demonstrate critical thinking, using appropriate examples, arguments and other evidence to support a position. Submissions should be free of errors, and they should be clear, concise and well-organized. Please visit the scholarship's website for more information.
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