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The National Society of the Colonial Dames of America – Congressional Essay Contest

Now in its 43rd year, the National essay contest sponsored by the National Society of the Colonial Dames of America generously provides scholarships for students from across the United States to attend the Washington Workshops Congressional Seminar in Washington, DC!

2021 Essay Topic:  

“The Electoral College was established in the U.S. Constitution as the election process for the President and Vice President. Support retaining the Electoral College, or propose and support another system to operate in its place.”

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Participants must currently be in their sophomore, junior or senior year of high school during the time of the program.
  • Essays are due by December 1, 2020

*Exceptions will only be made under extraordinary circumstances.  For more information, rules and to submit your essay and application, please visit www.nscda.org.

  • Location

    Washington, DC

  • Tuition

    Scholarship Awards Available – Essay Contest

  • Dates

    June 19-25, 2021

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Don’t miss out on this incredible scholarship opportunity!

What’s Included

Generous scholarship awards offered by the National Society of the Colonial Dames of America!

  • Seven days in our nation’s capital
  • Guest speakers on the Legislative Branch, Federal Government and the media
  • Meet U.S. Senators and Representatives
  • Visit the National Mall, Mount Vernon, The Pentagon, and the memorials and monuments of Washington, D.C.
  • Campus housing at a college campus
  • Exposure to future career exploration opportunities
  • Breakfast and dinner each day of the seminar
  • Chartered motor coach transportation in and around the Washington, D.C. area

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