Art Competition
Celebrating Excellence in Youth Fine Art
Compete. Create. Excel.
US Fine Art Education Center proudly participates in and hosts regional and national art competitions. Our students consistently earn top honors, scholarships, and recognition from prestigious institutions. Competitions are a cornerstone of our Elite Youth Program — they sharpen skills, build confidence, and open doors to top universities.
National awards earned by our students
In scholarships won through portfolio competitions
CTA students admitted to prestigious universities
Years of competition excellence
Featured Competitions
Scholastic Art & Writing Awards
One of the most prestigious recognition programs for creative teens in grades 7–12. Our students regularly earn Gold Keys, Silver Keys, and American Visions nominations.
Congressional Art Competition
A nationwide high school art competition sponsored by the U.S. House of Representatives. Winners have their artwork displayed in the U.S. Capitol for one year.
UNF Youth Art Exhibition
Our signature annual exhibition in partnership with the United Nations Foundation. Students showcase original works and compete for awards across multiple age categories.
California State Summer School for the Arts
A highly competitive summer intensive for exceptional young artists. US Fine Art students have a strong track record of acceptance into this prestigious program.
Doodle for Google
Google's annual competition inviting K–12 students to create a Doodle for the Google homepage. A fun, creative challenge open to all skill levels.
NAEA Student Art Exhibition
The National Art Education Association's student showcase recognizes outstanding artwork from students across the country at all grade levels.
Ready to Compete?
Our instructors provide dedicated competition coaching — from concept development to final presentation. Register for a trial class and discover your potential.
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