BMI Student Composer Awards
A prestigious annual classical music composition competition run by the BMI Foundation, open to student composers under 28, with $20,000 in total awards and a ceremony in New York City.
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An annual essay contest from the JFK Library Foundation asking U.S. high schoolers to research and analyze an act of political courage by an elected official who served in or after 1917, with a $10,000 top prize.
2026 U.S. Innovator Challenge
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AAN Neuroscience Research Prize
Submit a research paper on a neuroscience topic. Winners present at the American Academy of Neurology conference.
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Essay competition for high school students. Topics often focus on biopsychology or substance abuse mechanisms.
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National AI competition where students solve STEM and AI challenges through interactive experiences. Prizes include $50K+ in scholarships.
ASCAP Foundation Herb Alpert Young Jazz Composer Awards
Juried national competition recognizing emerging jazz composers ages 13-30 with cash awards, judged on an original score and recording submission.