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UWC Essay Contest

2023 Essay Contest

We will begin accepting submissions for the 2024 Essay Contest on April 1. Look out for information and how to submit here!

We are proud to host a blind-reviewed essay contest! Essays written for class during 2024 from any major at any level will be reviewed by faculty judges from across campus.

Students may submit one essay, up to 25 pages, per category in up to two categories.


  • Category 1: 1000-level courses
  • Category 2: 2000-level courses
  • Category 3**: 3000 & 4000-level courses
  • Category 4**: 5000- to 7000-level courses

Current or past UWC employees are ineligible.
**You may not submit a thesis.