If you are a student in the United States with a passion for art and creativity, the Doodle for Google Scholarship 2026 offers a unique opportunity to showcase your talent on a national stage and win significant prizes.
Organized by Google, this annual competition invites K–12 students across the U.S. to create a Google Doodle based on a specific theme, with winners receiving scholarships, tech packages, and national recognition.
This guide provides a complete breakdown of the eligibility, prizes, requirements, deadlines, and how to apply.
Eligibility Requirements
To be considered for the Doodle for Google Scholarship 2026, you must:
Be a student in grades K–12
Be enrolled in a U.S.-based school (public, private, or homeschool)
Be a U.S. resident (citizenship or legal residency typically required)
Have parent/guardian or teacher consent.
Benefits
The competition offers substantial rewards:
National Winner:
$45,000 college scholarship
$50,000 technology package for their school or nonprofit
Featured on the Google homepage
National Finalists:
$10,000 Scholarships and tech prizes
National recognition
State Winners:
Google merchandise
Certificates and recognition
This makes it one of the most prestigious student art competitions in the U.S.
Selection Criteria
Entries are evaluated based on:
Artistic skill and creativity
Interpretation of the theme
Uniqueness and originality
Clarity of the artist’s message
Judges include artists, educators, and Google representatives.
Method of Application
Visit the official Doodle for Google website
Download the entry form/template
Create your doodle based on the theme
Write a short artist statement
Get a parent/guardian or teacher signature
Submit your entry online or by mail.
Your application must include:
Original Google Doodle artwork
Completed entry form
Artist statement explaining your idea
Parent/guardian or teacher signature
Entries can be submitted digitally or via mail, depending on the year’s guidelines.
Click Here to Apply
Application Deadline: April 30, 2026.