American Creative Patriotic Art Contest
Are you a high school student interested in making art? If so, consider applying for the American Creative Patriotic Art Contest! The contest is open to students grades 9-12 who submit a two-dimensional art piece depicting patriotism. This scholarship is offered by VFW (Vet…
03.31.27
199 days left
award worth $10,000
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Sep 12, 2026
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199 days left
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- This scholarship is open to students who meet the eligibility criteria below: Grade Level High School Students Academic Interest Visual & Performing Arts Visual & Performing Arts Citizenship Status U.S. Citizens, Permanent Residents Citizenship Status: U.S. Citizens, Permanent Residents Grade Level: High School Students Application Deadline: March 31, 2027 Start Applying
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High school freshman, High school sophomore, High school junior, High school senior, Graduate student
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Business Management and Marketing, Education, Health Professions and Clinical Sciences, Visual and Performing Arts
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- This scholarship is open to students who meet the eligibility criteria below: Grade Level High School Students Academic Interest Visual & Performing Arts Visual & Performing Arts Citizenship Status U.S. Citizens, Permanent Residents.
- Citizenship Status: U.S. Citizens, Permanent Residents.
- Grade Level: High School Students Application Deadline: March 31, 2027 Start Applying.
- To apply for this scholarship, students must submit an online application and an unframed, two-dimensional art piece. The art should be between 8” x 10” and 18” x 24”. Applicants must also submit a typed explanation of how patriotism is expressed in their art. 250-word essay.
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rans of Foreign Wars of the United States) Auxiliary, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing services for veterans and honoring them and their families. They started the contest in 1979 to encourage patriotism in youths and recognize their artistry. Every year, the scholarship offers multiple awards totaling $37,000 to the first-place winners from each state. If you want to make art about patriotism and are looking for a scholarship opportunity, we encourage you to apply! Learn more and apply through the…
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