The Freedom From Religion Foundation offers five 2024 essay competitions for freethinking students — awarding more than $65,000 in total scholarships.

The contests cater to students in different age/class ranges.

2024 Diane and Stephen Uhl Memorial Essay Competition for Law School Students

$9,000-plus in prizes

Announced! Due March 15, 2024

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William J. Schulz Memorial Essay Contest for College-Bound High School Seniors

$16,500-plus in prizes 

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David Hudak Memorial Black Indigenous Students of Color Essay Contest

$16,500-plus in prizes

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Kenneth L. Proulx Memorial Essay Contest for Ongoing College Students

$16,500-plus in prizes 

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Cornelius Vanderbroek Memorial Essay Contest for Ongoing College Students

$16,500-plus in prizes 

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