Undergraduate Insurance Essay Contest to Close November 12
Eligible undergraduates have until November 12 to submit 10-page essays for a chance at prizes up to $2,500.
Updated on Oct. 29, 2026 in Financial Aid
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Undergraduate students have until November 12, 2026, to submit entries for the Captive Insurance Companies Association student essay contest. Sponsored by Hylant Global Captive Solutions, the competition awards cash prizes for the best analysis of a captive insurance case study.
Why it matters
This competition offers undergraduates a chance to gain industry exposure and financial support through competitive analysis of insurance structures. It serves as a bridge for students to demonstrate their research and strategy skills before the upcoming industry conference.
The competition offers a first prize of $2,500, a second prize of $1,500, and a third prize of $1,000. Eligible participants must be undergraduates without one year of non-internship insurance experience, with entries limited to 10 pages.
The players
Captive Insurance Companies Association
The professional organization representing the captive insurance industry that hosts the annual essay competition.
Hylant Global Captive Solutions
An insurance service provider that sponsors the annual student essay contest.
The details
Participating teams analyze one of three provided case studies to design a captive insurance structure. Entrants must identify the top three lines of coverage, recommend an insurance structure, and prepare a future strategy. Only one team per school may advance to the group of three finalists notified on January 12, 2027.
Timeline
12 November 2026: Deadline for student essay contest entries.
12 January 2027: Notification of three finalist teams.
7 to 9 March 2027: CICA International Conference in Scottsdale.
April 2027: Publication of finalist essays.
Education Landscape
Professional organizations in the insurance sector frequently host academic competitions to identify and recruit emerging talent. This contest follows that trend by integrating academic analysis with the CICA International Conference.
Undergraduate students interested in insurance careers should prepare their 10-page submissions before the November 12, 2026 deadline. Those who advance to the final round should be prepared to present their findings at the conference in March 2027.
The takeaway
Students looking to gain industry experience should prioritize this competition as a way to showcase their analytical skills to industry leaders. Review the 10-page essay limit carefully and ensure your team is the only one from your school entering the competition.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Captiveinsurancetimes.
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