The Negative Population Growth Scholarship Essay Contest is open to high school seniors and college freshmen, sophomores and juniors. You must submit an essay of between 500 and 750 words on the following topic: "Explain how population growth, driven largely by immigration, has negatively affected your community. What solutions do you propose to ensure a decent quality of life for your generation 30 years from now?" You must also be a U.S. citizen or permanent legal resident to qualify for this award.