The Reimagining U.S. Grand Strategy Program strengthens U.S. foreign policy by testing assumptions, reassessing conventional wisdom, and exploring innovative approaches to international engagement.

As part of its mission, the Strategy Program provides a platform for future national security professionals to express their thoughts. Its Annual Student Competition invites undergraduates to share creative ideas for improving U.S. foreign policy, drawing new and innovative talent into the policy space, and providing avenues for young thinkers to engage with leading foreign policy institutions.

The 2024 competition will run from January 1 through April 30, 2024.

The submission form will be published the first week of January. Come back to submit, but in the meantime, if you are interested in entering, please read the prompt and begin thinking about your essay. See the information below for a description of the competition’s format and eligibility criteria.