Awards and institutions: In which year was the Pulitzer Prize established? State the founding year based on Joseph Pulitzer's bequest administered by Columbia University. Choose the correct year.

Given data

• Awards and institutions question: establishment year of the Pulitzer Prize.

Concept/Approach
The Pulitzer Prizes were set up by the will of Joseph Pulitzer and first awarded by Columbia University in 1917.

Step-by-step
Identify standard history → Establishment and first awards in 1917.

Common pitfalls
Confusing the bequest/publication dates with the first awards year.

Final Answer
1917