2011-2012 Student Essay Contest

The Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis announces the 24th Annual Student Essay Contest open to all high school students in the Ninth Federal Reserve District.

Writing Guide | Rules | Awards | Timetable | Archive

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If you have any questions, contact Joe Mahon at Joseph.Mahon@mpls.frb.org or call 612-204-5254.

Writing Guide

Rules

Awards

Thirty students will receive $100. In addition, a first-, second- and third-place winners will be selected. The third-place winner will receive an additional $200, and the second-place winner will receive an additional $300. The first-place winner will receive an additional $400 and a paid summer internship at the Minneapolis Fed. The winning essay will also be published in The Region magazine.

New cash incentives for teachers!

See Essay Contest Rules and Awards page for details.

Contest Timetable
Student essays due	March 23, 2012
Finalists announced	April 13, 2012
Student Workshop and Awards Program, Minneapolis, Minn.	May 4, 2012