Congressional Seminar Essay Contest for High School Students
The National Society of Colonial Dames in the State of New York
Funding Amount
Full tuition + $250 travel allowance + meals, per diem, and housing
Deadline
December 1, 2026
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Grant Type
Foundation
Deadline history & next window
- Cycle
- Annual
- Current deadline
- December 1, 2026
- Tracked since
- April 2026
Deadlines typically fall in: December
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Eligible organizations
- Sophomore, junior, or senior year high school students
Not eligible / not funded
- Not eligible: Exclusion: Children and grandchildren of active NSCDA members are ineligible to receive the scholarship, though they may still participate in the essay contest
Overview
Funder: The National Society of Colonial Dames in the State of New York (NSCDNY)
A national writing competition run by NSCDA Corporate Societies and Town Committees across the United States for high school students. Winners receive a fully-funded trip to Washington, D.C. to attend the "Congressional Seminar," a week-long civic-focused program.
Geographic Scope: United States (run by multiple NSCDA societies)
Eligibility:
- Sophomore, junior, or senior year high school students
- Exclusion: Children and grandchildren of active NSCDA members are ineligible to receive the scholarship, though they may still participate in the essay contest
Award Details:
- Full tuition to Washington Workshops "Congressional Seminar"
- $250 travel allowance
- Two meals daily during seminar
- Additional per diem
- University campus housing
- Access to world-class museums, government offices, and memorable tours
- Trip dates: June 2026 (dates TBA)
Essay Requirements:
- Maximum 750 words
- Topic changes annually
Contact Information:
- Mary Bradshaw, NSCDA Congressional Essay Consultant
- NSCDNY Office: office@nscdny.org or 212-744-3572
Additional Resources:
- Learn more about Washington Workshops Foundation at their website
- Video available from Alexander Glover, a past contest winner, describing the experience
How to Apply
How to Apply
- Review Requirements: Read the Rules, Information, and Judging Criteria
- Complete Application: Digitally fill out the application form
- Write Essay: Compose a compelling essay (750-word maximum) on the annual topic
- Submit: Send both the completed application and essay to office@nscdny.org
Deadline: December 1 (annual)
Required Materials:
- Completed application form
- Essay (750 words maximum)
Questions or More Information:
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