New York Life Award

Scholastic Art & Writing Awards

The National New York Life Award offers $1,000 scholarships to six students whose works explore personal grief, loss, and bereavement. State scholarships of $500 are available to two students from each of the following states: Arizona, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Montana, New Jersey, and New Mexico, Ohio, and Tennessee. To apply, enter your work to any category in the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards. At the end of your application, opt in to the New York Life Award. You will be prompted to include a personal statement of 50 words or more on your work. 

The Scholastic Art & Writing Awards are the nation’s longest running,  most prestigious recognition program for creative teens.