Scholarship Opportunity

Nevada Treasury “What Do You Want to Be When You Grow Up?” Art Contest

Offered by Nevada State Treasurer

A statewide art contest for Nevada students from pre-K through grade 12, with first-, second-, and third-place college-savings awards selected in each grade level.

EssayNot required
RenewableNo
Grade LevelPre-K, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School, High School

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AI assistance is prohibited

Entries must be the student's original artwork; submit only student-created work that follows the official grade-band rules.

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Application Timeline

Important application dates

This scholarship offers more than one application cycle. Review each window carefully before applying.

2026 Art Contest

OpensAugust 10, 2026
DeadlineOctober 9, 2026

Eligibility

  • Be a Nevada student in pre-kindergarten through grade 12.
  • Submit original student artwork that answers what the student wants to be when grown up.
  • Follow the official requirements for the student's grade band.
  • Not be an ineligible immediate family member of Nevada Treasury College Savings Division employees.

Requirements

  • Create an original entry using the required size, format, and content for the student's grade band.
  • Use the required Nevada Treasury wording where specified in the current rules.
  • Complete the official registration and parent or guardian authorization requirements.
  • Submit the entry by October 9, 2026.

How to Apply

  1. 1Read the 2026 contest rules for the student's grade band.
  2. 2Create the original artwork and add only the required identifying information in the permitted location.
  3. 3Complete the official registration form.
  4. 4Submit through an accepted method before the deadline.