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Poetry Out Loud
A national poetry recitation program for U.S. high-school students.
About
Students memorize and perform poems from the official anthology, advancing from classroom or school contests to regional, state, and national finals. The program combines literary analysis, public speaking, performance, and memorization.
What you can win
National champion receives $20,000; additional state and national awards
Who can apply
- Grades
- Grades 9–12
- International students
- Can't apply
8th-grade students are eligible if participating in a 9th-12th grade class.
What it takes
- EssayNot needed
- Recommendation lettersNot needed
- InterviewNot needed
- PortfolioNot needed
Details
- Format
- In person
- How competitive
- Open
