
ABOUT THE COMPETITION
YoungArts’ signature program is an application-based award for emerging artists ages 15–18 or in grades 10–12 from across the United States. Selected through a blind adjudication process conducted by an independent panel of highly accomplished artists, YoungArts winners receive valuable support, including financial awards of up to $10,000, professional development and educational experiences working with renowned mentors, and performance and exhibition opportunities at some of the nation’s leading cultural institutions. Joining a 20,000-strong alumni community, they receive creative and professional development opportunities and connect with an extraordinarily rich network of peers.
For more information view the 2020 Application Poster
WHY APPLY
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Receive up to $10,000 in cash awards
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Take master classes with accomplished artists
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Become eligible for nomination as a U.S. Presidential Scholar in the Arts
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Receive a lifetime of creative and professional development opportunities
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Achieve national recognition
ELIGIBILITY
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Be a citizen of the United States or permanent resident/green card recipient (copy of documentation is required in the application)
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Be in grades 10–12 or 15–18 years of age on December 1, 2019
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Have not already been named a YoungArts Finalist and previously attended YoungArts Week
Deadline for applications is October 11th, 2019 11:59pm Eastern Time.
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