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Eligibility & Rules
The Contest is open to all college-bound, high school seniors in Katy, Cypress or Brookshire who submit an essay application to Epsilon Omicron.
The essay must be original and neither previously published nor secured by copyright. The essay
must be between 700 and 750 words in length. The type-written, double-spaced essay
may be submitted via postal service or email in Microsoft Word or PDF.
Submission Process
All submissions will be reviewed by Epsilon Omicron Deadline is November 6, 2026 at 11:59pm. Submissions will not be accepted after the deadline.
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Rating Criteria
Epsilon Omicron will assemble a review panel to assess submitted essays based on the following criteria. Essays may earn a maximum rating of 100 points:
1. Development of Topic/Thesis: (30 possible points)
2. Progression: (20 possible points)
3. Readability: (25 possible points)
4. Grammar: (15 possible points)
5. Spelling: (5 possible points)
6. Punctuation: (5 possible points)
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The winner's essay will be sent to the 9th District of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. If successful the essay will be sent to our International Headquarters to compete in the final round.