YoungArts is a national arts competition open to students ages 15-18 (grades 10-12 as of December 1) working in classical music, dance, design, film, jazz, photography, theater, visual arts, voice, or writing. Applicants submit work online for review by discipline-specific panels across multiple adjudication rounds. Entry costs $35, with fee waivers available by letter from a parent, guardian, teacher, counselor, or principal. Winners receive cash awards and gain lifetime access to YoungArts' network of mentorship, professional development, and performance or exhibition opportunities.
Who can apply
FieldsVisual Arts · Music · Dance · Theater · Film · Design · Writing · Photography
Logistics
AwardsYoungArts Award: $250. YoungArts Award With Distinction: up to $10,000 for finalists who attend National YoungArts Week (or $500 if unable to attend). All winners also receive lifetime access to YoungArts Post and ongoing mentorship/creative-support opportunities.
Applying
You submitSubmit work online (video, audio, or images depending on discipline); judged in multiple rounds by discipline-specific artist panels.