$250-$10,000
YoungArts National Arts Competition
$250-$10,000 awards plus mentorship for artists in grades 10-12 across 10 disciplines; pathway to U.S. Presidential Scholar in the Arts.
Award
$250-$10,000
Deadline
Oct 6, 2026
Renewable
One-time
Recipients
Varies
Who's eligible
Artists ages 15-18 or in grades 10-12 (as of Dec 1) who are U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or legally able to receive taxable U.S. income; submit work in one of 10 disciplines.
What you'll need to apply
Verified by CollegeLens
This scholarship has been reviewed against the original sponsor listing.
Source linkAbout this scholarship
YoungArts identifies exceptional young artists (ages 15-18 or grades 10-12) in Classical Music, Dance, Design, Film, Jazz, Photography, Theater, Visual Arts, Voice, and Writing. Winners receive cash awards from $250 to $10,000, professional development, and mentorship; top-level winners become eligible for nomination as U.S. Presidential Scholars in the Arts.