Are you a 15- to 18-year old visual, literary or performing artist?
The YoungArts application is now open.

Why Apply?

Cash awards
Receive cash prizes between $100 and $10,000.

 
Mentorship by accomplished artists
We provide mentorship opportunities with accomplished artists to help award winners prepare for and navigate a career in the arts.
A lifetime of creative and professional support
YoungArts is more than an award. Artists access resources and opportunities at every stage of their development to support a sustainable practice.

 
A robust network
YoungArts award winners join a community of distinguished artists that provides a long–term, robust network to help artists at all stages of their education and career.

 
Nomination for U.S. Presidential Scholar in the Arts
Each year, the White House Commission on Presidential Scholars selects 20 YoungArts award winners  at the Finalist level as U.S. Presidential Scholars in the Arts, one of the nation’s highest honors for high school students who exemplify academic and artistic excellence.

 
National recognition  
The prestigious award gives emerging artists a headstart by demonstrating that they have received national recognition from highly respected artists in their field early on in their artistic journey.

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Eligibility 

• I am either a citizen of the United States, a permanent resident/green card recipient, or I can demonstrate that I am legally able to receive taxable income in the United States.  
• I am in grades 10–12 or 15–18 years of age on December 1 of the year I am applying.
• If I’m selected as a Finalist, this would be my first time attending National YoungArts Week.