Quill and Scroll International Writing, Photo Contest

A free, virtual international contest for high school students promoting excellence in journalism and photography, organized by the Quill and Scroll Honor Society, offering awards and scholarships.

The Quill and Scroll International Writing and Photo Contest, organized by the Quill and Scroll Honor Society, is a prestigious global competition that fosters journalistic and photographic excellence among high school students worldwide. It encourages young journalists and photographers to showcase their skills in various categories, offering national recognition through awards such as the National Award Gold Key and scholarships including the Edward J. Nell Memorial Scholarship. This competition supports the development of communication skills essential for future media careers.

Competition Details

Judging Criteria

Entries are judged based on journalistic quality, creativity, originality, and technical skill specific to the category. Judging panels typically include professional journalists, seasoned educators, and industry experts. Each submission is evaluated on clarity, presentation, relevance, impact, and adherence to journalistic ethics. For photography, technical proficiency and storytelling are key. The contest does not have multiple rounds; winners are selected after a single comprehensive judging process to identify top entries in each category. Finalists and winners receive plaques and may advance to scholarship consideration.