The only purpose of education is to teach a student how to live his life--by developing his mind and equipping him to deal with reality

Teacher Resources and Training

Ayn Rand's novels are inspiring and intellectually challenging. But they can also be financially rewarding for high school and college students. The Ayn Rand Institute sponsors annual essay contests that offer 521 prizes and $81,000 in prize money every year. For details, choose from the subjects on the left.