Creative writing and thesis writing
The Scholastic Art & Writing Awards is America’s longest-running, most prestigious recognition initiative for creative teens, and the largest source of scholarships for young artists and writers.
Since 1923, the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards have recognized the vision, ingenuity, and young talents, and provided opportunities for creative teens to be celebrated. The Awards are presented by the Alliance for Young Artists & Writers, as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, whose mission is to identify students with exceptional artistic and literary talent and present their remarkable work to the world through the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards. Students receive opportunities for recognition, exhibition, publication, and scholarships
The Scholastic Awards offers 28 categories of art and writing, out of which with 11 writing categories of Critical Essay, Dramatic Script, Flash Fiction, Journalism, Humor, Novel Writing, Personal Essay & memoir, Poetry, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Short Story, and Writing Portfolio (graduating seniors only).
No assigned theme.
1. Writing entry is limited to 500-3000 words, with specificalities applied to each category.
2. No theme assigned.
Submission Deadline: from December 2021 - January 2022
Varies by region
Regional:
All entries are considered for Gold Key, Silver Key, Honorable Mention, American Visions Nominee, and American Voices Nominee Awards. These are presented to students along with celebration ceremonies and exhibitions in each region.
National:
Gold Key entries are automatically considered for national awards, including Gold Medal, Silver Medal with Distinction, Silver Medal, and scholarship awards. National Medalists are eligible for scholarships of up to $10,000.