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PrizeWhere: NationalNational: schools in any US stateOpen

U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation (The Civic Trust)

National Civics Bee

A free civics contest for middle schoolers. Students write short essays, and finalists compete in regional, state and national rounds for prizes.

Amount
Prizes at regional, state and national levels (amounts not posted on the main page)
Can a for-profit school apply?
?Unclear: ask the funder
Deadline
Feb 2, 2027 (120 days left)
Who this fits
Microschool · Private school · Homeschool co‑opFor students in grades 6–8. Names public, private, charter and homeschool students.
New schools
Not stated for new schools
Where
National: schools in any US state
Last checked
Oct 5, 2026on civics.uschamberfoundation.org
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  • ?What are the prize amounts at each level?
  • ?Who is the Arkansas regional partner for 2027?

How to apply

  1. Step 1: Read the Essay Guide for the prompts and rubric
  2. Step 2: Write answers to the four short-answer prompts
  3. Step 3: Apply online by February 2, 2027

Funders change their requirements. Check the official page before you apply. Getting ready? See what funders usually ask for.

Who can apply

“Entry is free and open to public, private, charter, and homeschool students alike.”
In the funder’s own words, from civics.uschamberfoundation.org, checked Oct 5, 2026.

Students apply with short essay answers. Finalists go to regional contests (late March to early May), then state finals, and one student per state goes to the national championship. The 2027 contest is open in all 50 states and D.C.

  • Grades 6, 7 or 8
  • Four short-answer essay prompts
  • Free to enter

Timing

The 2027 application is open until February 2, 2027 at 11:59 p.m. Hawaii time.

Not legal or tax advice. Whether your school should be for-profit or a nonprofit, or take on a loan, is a decision for your CPA or attorney. Always confirm the details on the funder’s own page before you apply.

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