The Cambridge Re:think Essay Competition covers a wide array of subjects, from historical and present issues to speculative future scenarios, encouraging critical thinking and exploration of thought-provoking and often controversial topics. Recent categories include:
- Animal Rights and Society
- Freedom and Accountability
- Technology and Ethics
- Space Exploration and Governance
- Biotechonology
- Economics and Globalization
- Public Health
- Laws and Society
High school students aged 14 to 18 from all over the world are welcome to enter. In 2024, the Cambridge Centre for International Research, which hosts the contest, received more than 4,200 submissions from 50+ countries. After four rounds of blind review by scholars from Cambridge, Oxford, Stanford, MIT, and several Ivy League universities, a panel of judges selected approximately 350 Honourable Mention students and 33 award winners.
Location(s)
- Remote
Schedule
- Prompts are released on January 15
- Submissions close on May 10
Cost/Compensation
Eligibility Requirements
- High school students aged 14-18 from all over the globe
Deadline
- May 10, 2025
Application or Entry Requirements
- Students must register a participant account and submit their essay before the deadline
Notifications of Decisions
- May 26, 2025
Financial Aid Details
Other Dates to Keep in Mind
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The Cambridge Centre for International Research (CCIR) is an independent educational organization established by a group of Cambridge graduates with the mission to make academic research more accessible and impactful. Founded in 2019, CCIR collaborates with leading researchers and early-career academics to expand the reach of scholarly knowledge. Headquartered in Cambridge, UK, CCIR operates globally, aiming to empower students by fostering critical thinking and research skills across various disciplines. The organization is not affiliated with the University of Cambridge or its constituent colleges.
