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YoungArts organizes the National Arts Competition for young artists aged 15 to 18, who are citizens or permanent residents of the United States. Applications will open in the summer of 2026 and close on 1 December of the same year. Eligible categories include classical music, jazz, dance, design, film, photography, theater, visual arts, singing, and writing. Selected participants will receive cash prizes ranging from $250 to $10,000, mentorship from established artists, and become part of a recognized national network of artists. Participation is free.
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- Deadline: Dic 1, 2026
- Opens: Giu 1, 2026
- Apply: https://youngarts.org/apply/
- Source: https://youngarts.org/apply/
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YoungArts organizes the National Arts Competition for young artists aged 15 to 18, who are citizens or permanent residents of the United States. Applications will open in the summer of 2026 and close on 1 December of the same year. Eligible categories include classical music, jazz, dance, design, film, photography, theater, visual arts, singing, and writing. Selected participants will receive cash prizes ranging from $250 to $10,000, mentorship from established artists, and become part of a recognized national network of artists. Participation is free.
Key facts
- Deadline: Dic 1, 2026
- Opens: Giu 1, 2026
- Apply: https://youngarts.org/apply/
- Source: https://youngarts.org/apply/


