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International Writing, Photo & Multimedia Contest (Quill and Scroll)
Competition · Quill and Scroll Honor Society (University of Iowa)Currently enrolled high school students enter the International Writing, Photo and Multimedia Contest and Blogging Competition through their school publication. Individual winners receive Quill and Scroll's National Award Gold Key, sweepstakes winners receive a plaque, and blogging winners a digital badge; as seniors, Gold Key winners are eligible to apply for Quill and Scroll scholarships. A separate Yearbook Excellence Contest is open to member schools.
Who can apply
GradesGrades 9–12
Min GPA—
ScopeNational
StatesAll states
FieldsJournalism · Photography · Multimedia
Logistics
Cost to youPer-entry fee paid by the school's journalism program
Financial aidNot listed
StipendNot listed
FormatOnline
WhereOnline
AwardsNational Award Gold Key; sweepstakes plaques; senior Gold Key winners may apply for Quill and Scroll scholarships
Applying
OpensOpen now (2027 contest)
DueEntries due February 4, 2027 (midnight CT)
You submitEntries are submitted by the school publication's adviser in the winter entry window.