Scholastic Art & Writing Awards

A national competition in which students in grades 7-12 who are at least 13 years old submit original art and writing in 28 categories through an online portal. Entrants must live in the U.S. or a U.S. territory or military base, and some students outside the U.S., including teens at U.S.-accredited schools abroad, also qualify. Entries cost $15 each or $40 per portfolio, fee waivers are available for financial need, and only graduating seniors may enter the Art Portfolio.

Offered by Scholastic. Competition for high school students in USA. Format: Online. Cost: Paid. Grades 9–12. Deadline: 2026-12-01.

Fields: Arts, Writing

Key facts

Who can apply
High school students in grades 9 to 12. It runs online.
Cost
Charges tuition or a fee. Check the official page for the amount and whether financial aid is offered.
Dates
The deadline is December 1, 2026.

Info checked November 2026.

Questions about Scholastic Art & Writing Awards

When is the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards deadline?

The deadline is December 1, 2026.

Is Scholastic Art & Writing Awards free?

No. It charges tuition or a fee. Check the official page for the amount and whether financial aid is offered.

Who can apply to Scholastic Art & Writing Awards?

High school students in grades 9 to 12. It runs online. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.

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