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Scholastic Art Awards
Submit original artwork for regional awards and possible national consideration.
Who it’s for: Grades 7–12, age 13+; geographic eligibility applies
Your first step
Find your art region and category, then create an account in the official Awards portal.
Open official guideThe route
Art submission
Upload eligible original work and complete the region’s submission requirements.
Regional judging
Entries are considered for regional recognition.
National judging
Gold Key works are automatically considered for national awards.
Before you commit: A Gold Key enables national consideration, not a guaranteed National Medal; art and writing regions may have different deadlines.
Sources and review · 2026-10-20
Organizer: Alliance for Young Artists & Writers. Causey’s summary is a starting point; the organizer decides eligibility, selection and current availability.