Provided by U.S. Presidential Scholars Program / White House Commission on Presidential Scholars
An annual national honor recognizing top graduating high school seniors who demonstrate excellence in the visual, creative, and performing arts. Historically YoungArts served as the nominating agency (1982–2025); since 2026 nominations are made through Chief State School Officers and the program is administered by the U.S. Department of Education and the White House Commission on Presidential Scholars. Selection factors include academic achievement, personal characteristics, leadership and service activities, and writing ability.
Award amount
Varies
Number of awards
Multiple
Frequency
Annually
Deadline
Not specified
Time to apply
60+ min
Essay
May be required — check provider
Graduating high school seniors
Students who demonstrate talent in the visual, creative and performing arts
Nominated by Chief State School Officers (since 2026)
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Submit through the official program
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Important
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