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Competition Awards (YoungArts National Arts Competition) is sponsored by YoungArts. The YoungArts award competition is open to artists between the ages of 15–18 or in high school grades 10–12 who are United States citizens, permanent residents, or legally able to receive taxable income in the United States and demonstrate excellence in various artistic discipli…
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National Arts Competition from YoungArts National Arts Competition YoungArts identifies exceptional young artists, amplifies their potential, and invests in their lifelong creative freedom. Are you a 15- to 18-year-old visual, literary, or performing artist based in the United States? The 2027 YoungArts application closes on Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at 8 PM ET.
The YoungArts experience begins with the application. For many young people, applying to YoungArts may be the first step in affirming “I am an artist. ” YoungArts is one of the only organizations in the U.S. that supports artists across 10 disciplines at all stages of development, beginning with the critical moment when they decide to pursue a life in the arts, and continuing throughout their careers.
Artists ages 15–18, or grades 10–12, in the U.S. are encouraged to apply in the discipline of their choice. All applications are evaluated by esteemed discipline-specific panels of artists through an adjudication process that includes multiple rounds of review. A ward winners are offered a lifetime of artistic support and ongoing connection with an extraordinarily robust network of peers and mentors.
YoungArts accepts applications in 10 disciplines: The 2027 YoungArts application closes on Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at 8 PM ET. Award winners are selected through an adjudication process that includes multiple rounds of review. In each round, a national pool of artists review and evaluate materials within their respective specialties.
YoungArts award winners have ongoing access to the YoungArts Post , a private, online portal that allows artists to connect, share their work and discover fellowships, residencies, wellness resources, microgrants and additional financial support.
Programs & Benefits for Winners Residency, exhibition and performance opportunities A robust network of artists YoungArts award winners are the nation’s most accomplished young artists in the visual, literary, design and performing arts.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Artists between the ages of 15–18 or in high school grades 10–12; United States citizens, permanent residents, or legally able to receive taxable income in the United States; demonstrating excellence in Classical Music,…. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $250 - $10,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Competition Awards (YoungArts National Arts Competition) is funded by YoungArts. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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