Become eligible for nomination as a U.S. Presidential Scholar in the Arts
Receive a lifetime of mentoring and professional support
Achieve national recognition
ELIGIBILITY
Be a citizen of the United States or permanent resident/green card recipient (copy of documentation is required in the application)
Be 15–18 years of age or in grades 10–12 on December 1 of the year in which you are applying
Have not already been named a YoungArts Finalist and previously attended YoungArts Week
HOW TO APPLY
Complete the YoungArts application on Acceptd, including required documentation and audition or portfolio materials, by the deadline. Pay the $35 application fee or get a fee waiver. Learn more about fee waivers in our FAQ
The 2019 application is now closed. The 2020 application will open in Spring 2019.
