Overview
The Harvard International Review Academic Writing Contest challenges students on global topics.
Who Can Enter?
High school students ages 16–19
How to Enter?
- Select a relevant international affairs topic.
- Write an academic-style article under 2,000 words.
- Submit as a Word or PDF file via the official email.
- Include full name, contact info, school, and grade.
- Submissions judged on originality and research quality.
- Create an account or login to Succeed, to go to the Competition.
Awards & Recognition
Publication, certificate, feedback from Harvard mentors
Important Dates
Deadline: 30 Sep 2025; Announcement: Nov 2025
How to Succeed in This Competition
– Choose a timely international topic; cite sources accurately
Past Wining Entries
- Winning article titles shared in Harvard International Review
- Example: "A New Era of Global Trade?"
- Top submissions often published in the print/digital edition
