The PAVE Essay Contest and Scholarship Program is open to all high school juniors and seniors
enrolled at a school in Texas. Immediate family members of PAVE staff, PAVE member organizations,
contest sponsors, and the PAVE Essay Contest Selection Committee are not eligible to enter.
Scholarship Details
- Participants can choose from three essay prompts
- Essays should be 1,000 words or fewer
- Winners will receive college scholarship funding:
- First place: $3,500
- Second place: $2,500
- Third place: $1,500
- Two honorable mentions: $1,000
Eligibility Criteria
- Open to high school juniors and seniors
- Must reside in Texas
Application Process
- Choose one of the essay prompts provided in the entry form.
- Write an essay of 1,000 words or fewer on your chosen prompt.
- Essays should focus on autonomous vehicle technology and the societal implications of these technologies but should refrain from referencing
specific companies or brands.
- Complete the entry form, including your essay text.
- Submit your entry by February 28th.
Winning essays will include a detailed explanation of the topic and creative defense of the thesis
without specifically naming current vehicle models, business trademarks, logos, or any other distinct
proprietary information related to manufacturers, designers, or any other businesses directly or
indirectly related to the development of autonomous vehicle technology.