Melnick Scholars Award

The Melnick Scholars Award invites Arizona high school seniors to express their ideas and concerns about public policy issues and offer solutions to Arizona's greatest challenges.

Submit a 1,200-word, public-policy essay (this year's topic is on our website) for an opportunity to earn one of two Arizona State University scholarships. Winning essays will be featured on our website and published in the state’s largest newspaper, The Arizona Republic.

Turning creative ideas into real-life policy solutions drives what we do at Morrison Institute for Public Policy, an independent and nonpartisan center for research, analysis and public outreach on key issues facing Arizona.

The Melnick Scholars Award seeks high school seniors who are committed to public service and passionate about working for the benefit of their community.

AWARDS: ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIPS
First Place: $1,500 scholarship to ASU
Second Place: $1,000 scholarship to ASU
Honorable Mention may be designated for other outstanding essays.

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