Scholastic Art & Writing Awards

Arts & design

Entries open (2026-27 cycle)approximate

October 1, 2026 (UTC-4)

The longest-running recognition program for creative teenagers in the United States, judging original art and writing across 29 categories. Students first enter through a regional affiliate before national medalists are chosen.

Registration

Format: Online
Age: 13-18
Participation: Individual
Location: United States
Entry fee: USD 10
Prize: Up to USD 12,500 in scholarships for National Medalists.

Timeline

Entries open (2026-27 cycle)approximateOctober 1, 2026 (UTC-4) source
Latest regional deadline (following the usual early-January pattern)approximateJanuary 6, 2027 (UTC-5) source
National results (following the usual late-March pattern)approximateMarch 25, 2027 (UTC-4) source

Country pathways

Real national qualifier pathways into this competition, where one exists.

Canada official site

Region-at-Large (Canada, excluding Quebec)approximateJanuary 6, 2027 source

Visit the official site