Overview
1. An Introduction to the 8th International English Writing Competition
The International English Writing Competition (IEWC) is an English essay writing event that is co-sponsored by JoongAng Ilbo and Yonsei University, which is a top-ranked private school in Korea. This competition has been the most authoritative English writing competition in Korea since 2007.
More than 5,000 applicants from Korea, the U.S., China, Canada, and the Philippines have participated in this competition to showcase their talent in the field of writing. In our last competition, about 350 students applied from Los Angeles alone, and there were a total of 67 prize winners among them.
The IEWC is open to students currently enrolled in any grade from the 3rd grade of elementary school through the 12th grade in high school. The students who apply are divided into four divisions: Lower Elementary School, Upper Elementary School, Middle, and High School. This event may be a good opportunity to find out what your writing skill level is based on where you place in the competition and in your division.
All the applicants will receive an 8 page report card for their essays. All the awardees from the high school division will automatically be qualified to become junior student reporters without screening.
2. Outline of General Information
Host
• Joongang Ilbo and Yonsei University (Korea)
• The Korea Daily (LA, SD, SF)
Date of the 8th IEWC
• Saturday, May 19, 2012, at 4p.m.
Location
• One of the 13 test centers that you must also register for the exam at (see below).
Fees and Registration Information
• Entrance Fee: $55 per person
To sign up, call the closest and most convenient Registration & Testing center below. For general information and any questions about the competition, please call (213)368-9806.
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Area |
Test Center |
Contact # |
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LA / West LA |
IVY Prep Academy |
(323) 336-0102 |
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Oxford SAT Academy |
(213) 380-0810 |
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La Crescenta |
Gateway Academy |
(818) 248-7563 |
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Cerritos |
Gateway Academy |
(562) 802-4655 |
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Fullerton/Buena Park |
Dr. Hong Academy |
(714) 523-8882 |
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Valley/Valencia |
Dr. Kim’s Academy |
(661) 775-0303 |
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Torrance/South Bay |
Veritas Academy |
(310) 378-6699 |
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Irvine |
Global Leaders Academy |
(949) 552-5859 |
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HS2 Academy |
(562) 404-8607 |
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Chino/ Diamond Bar |
JL Academy |
(909) 438-8132 |
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Garden Grove |
Top Learning Center |
(714) 329-9376 |
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San Diego |
Chula Vista Kumon Center |
(619) 422-6991 |
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San Francisco |
HS2 Academy |
(213) 368-9806 |
• Online registration is not offered.
But you can find updated information on the website we have provided.
(www.iewc.co.kr / www.leadership-prep.com)
• Call the registration center or visit the center to apply.
• Fill out the application form and keep your proof of application.
Important Deadlines
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Dates |
Contents |
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March 19 |
Registration opens |
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May 7 |
Deadline for registration |
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May 19 |
Essay Contest |
Benefits
• 8 page report cards detailing the results of the applicant’s writing will be provided for all the applicants.
• All the awardees in the High School division will automatically be qualified to become junior student reporters for the Korea Daily.
Awards
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Sort |
Detail |
Prize |
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Global |
Grand Prize |
Total of 1 awardee in the International division by level |
President of Yonsei University |
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Gold |
Total of 1 awardee in the International division by level |
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Silver |
Total of 2 awardees in the International division by level |
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Bronze |
Total of 3 awardees in the International division by level |
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Honorary |
Top 3% excluding the grand prize winner, gold, silver, and bronze awardees |
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Regional |
Special |
Total of 40 awardees (10 per level) |
The Korea Daily Award |
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All the winners from the High School division will be qualified to become a junior student reporter for the Korea Daily this fall without having to go through an applicant screening process. |
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Guidelines
1. Things applicants need to know before they take an exam
• It is an essay writing exam.
• The topic of the essay will be given on the date of competition.
• The applicants will be given 80 minutes to write for the exam.
• Competitors must write 400~ 600 (2~3 pages) words in their essay.
2. Things applicants MUST bring to the exam
• Photo ID (School ID, Passport, etc.)
• Pencil (allowed only for the Elementary School level)
• Black or blue pen (Middle School and High School level)
• Proof of application (Examinee’s Number)
3. Basis of Evaluation
| Exam Type | Assessment Items | Points |
| Essay Writing | • Development/Clarity • Organization/Structure • Writing Style/Sentence Fluency • Word Choice & Expression • Grammar & Mechanics |
25 25 20 15 15 |
| Total Score | 100 pts | |
We wish the best of luck to all applicants!
