Alliance for Young Artists & Writers
Scholastic Writing Awards
Regional and national recognition for student writers in 11 categories. Need-based fee waivers available.
- Location
- Regional + national
- Duration
- Self-paced
- Deadline
- Sept-Dec by region
- Grades
- 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
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Last verified Jun 15, 2026
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