NSHSS Visual Arts Scholarship 2026
The NSHSS Visual Arts Scholarship recognizes high school members for their artistic talent in photography, painting, drawing, mixed media, or digital art.
Key facts
- Funder
- National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS)
- Status
- Upcoming
- Next deadline
- October 27, 2026
- Amount
- Two (2) $2,000 awards for photography, two (2) $2,000 awards for painting/drawing/mixed media/digital art.
- Who can apply
- Students
- Where
- United States (national)
- Topics
- Arts
- Official page
- https://www.nshss.org/scholarships/
- Apply
- https://www.nshss.org/scholarships/s/nshss-visual-arts-scholarship-2026/
- Last verified
- October 13, 2026
Deadline note: Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM EST on the deadline date.
About this funding
This scholarship offers two $2,000 awards specifically for photography and two $2,000 awards for painting, drawing, mixed media, or digital art. The funds are intended to help with educational expenses such as college tuition, room and board, or campus fees. For high school seniors or college students, funds will be sent directly to their chosen university upon graduation and enrollment. For high school freshmen, sophomores, or juniors, funds will be sent directly to them upon completion of a W9 tax form.
Eligibility:
Must be an NSHSS member.
Must be graduating from high school in 2026, 2027, 2028, or 2029.
How to apply
Applicants should sign in to their NSHSS member dashboard to access the application. Required materials typically include an official or unofficial transcript, resume, professional headshot, and an educator recommendation. Essays are also usually required, and applicants can request up to two letters of recommendation from educators.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for NSHSS Visual Arts Scholarship 2026?
Students
How much funding does NSHSS Visual Arts Scholarship 2026 offer?
Two (2) $2,000 awards for photography, two (2) $2,000 awards for painting/drawing/mixed media/digital art.
When is the NSHSS Visual Arts Scholarship 2026 deadline?
October 27, 2026. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM EST on the deadline date.
How do I apply for NSHSS Visual Arts Scholarship 2026?
Applicants should sign in to their NSHSS member dashboard to access the application. Required materials typically include an official or unofficial transcript, resume, professional headshot, and an educator recommendation. Essays are also usually required, and applicants can request up to two letters of recommendation from educators.