Lumiere Scholars Essay Award 2025

 Lumiere Scholars Essay Award 2025

Deadline: November 2, 2025 (67 Days Left)
Organizer: Lumiere Education
Eligibility: High school students worldwide
Category: Essay / Academic Writing
Prize Type: Cash & Scholarships

Prizes

• Total Cash & Scholarships: $20,500

• Winners: 6, across three categories:

  • Humanities

  • STEM

  • Social Sciences

Competition Overview

The Lumiere Scholars Essay Award is a global essay competition that encourages high school students to engage in academic argumentation and critical thinking. The award provides an opportunity for students to be evaluated by professors from Oxford, Cambridge, Cornell, and Dartmouth, ensuring high academic standards.

Participants select one of six prompts and submit a formal argumentative essay in English.

Key requirements:

• Clear central argument

• Well-structured reasoning

• Use of relevant sources

• Thoughtful engagement with opposing perspectives

• Formal academic style

 Judging Criteria

1. Originality – Unique insights and perspectives

2. Analysis – Depth of reasoning and argumentation

3. Evidence – Use of relevant examples and references

4. Structure – Organization and clarity of ideas

5. Presentation – Grammar, style, and readability

Note: This competition focuses on research-based argumentative essays. Primary data collection or advanced analysis is not required.

Why Participate?

• Gain recognition from top-tier university professors

• Win cash prizes and scholarships

• Develop advanced academic writing and reasoning skills

• Compete on a global platform with high school students worldwide

 How to Apply

1. Choose a prompt from the six provided.

2. Write a formal argumentative essay following the competition guidelines.

3. Submit your essay online via the official Lumiere Education portal.

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