Eligibility: Any student member is eligible to compete who is enrolled in an academic program.

1. Requirements: All entries must be original papers dealing with issues and problems in the areas of criminology, law enforcement, juvenile justice, courts, corrections, prevention, planning and evaluation, and career development and education in the field of criminal justice.

2. Deadline: December 31 of each year

3. Website: http://www.acjalae.org/members_benefits.html