Competition · In person

National High School Ethics Bowl

A team discussion competition in which students analyze real ethical cases.

  • Grades 9–12
  • Open

About

Teams present positions, respond to questions, and engage with opposing teams through civil philosophical dialogue rather than adversarial debate. Regional winners advance toward the national championship hosted through the University of North Carolina network.

What you can win

Regional and national Ethics Bowl awards and national championship qualification

Who can apply

Grades
Grades 9–12
International students
Can't apply

What it takes

  • EssayNot needed
  • Recommendation lettersNot needed
  • InterviewNot needed
  • PortfolioNot needed

Details

Format
In person
How competitive
Open