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The National Student Show & Conference is the largest dedicated student creative conference and competition, recognizing and inspiring college-level design, advertising, illustration, and photography students. Create career-defining memories, compete for a share of over $20,000, and connect with creatives and professionals from across the country.
Grab your conference tickets and join us April 15-17, 2027 in Downtown Dallas for a weekend full of world class keynote speakers, professional portfolio reviews, exclusive studio tours and so much more! Scroll below for additional schedule and location details
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Days in Dallas, TX
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Keynote Speakers
$20k+
Awarded in Scholarships + Prices
Keynote Speakers
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Inspiration from all angles
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Judging Panel
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Pros, pass it on
NSSC Ticket Sponsorship
The NSSC Ticket Sponsorship helps remove financial barriers for students who might not otherwise be able to attend. With direct support from professional creatives, this need-based program gives eligible students access to the conference and the opportunity to advance their creative careers.
For Professionals
Sponsor NowSponsor a student’s conference ticket
Each sponsored ticket sends a student to NSSC and lets you audit the conference as well.
Applications close March 30, 2027
For Students
Apply NowApply to attend NSSC at little to no cost
If eligible, the NSSC Ticket Sponsorship can help cover the cost of your conference ticket.
Applications close March 30, 2027
Participate in group sessions led by industry professionals. Learn about their career paths, take part in hands-on workshops, and get real answers to your questions through interactive discussions.
Participate in group sessions led by industry professionals. Learn about their career paths, take part in hands-on workshops, and get real answers to your questions through interactive discussions.
Participate in group sessions led by industry professionals. Learn about their career paths, take part in hands-on workshops, and get real answers to your questions through interactive discussions.
Participate in group sessions led by industry professionals. Learn about their career paths, take part in hands-on workshops, and get real answers to your questions through interactive discussions.
Participate in group sessions led by industry professionals. Learn about their career paths, take part in hands-on workshops, and get real answers to your questions through interactive discussions.
Location + Parking
Aloft Dallas Downtown
1033 Young St, Dallas, TX 75202
Aloft is offering $16/night parking for guests, with some size restrictions (check with the hotel for large vehicles). There’s also a public lot next door for $16/day, and the Dallas Public Library offers free parking down the street.
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Conference Ticket + Studio Tour
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NSSC is a national creative competition awarding over $20,000 in scholarships and cash prizes. Helping undergraduates become successful creative professionals, The National Student Show & Conference is a professionally judged creative competition and conference built for students and their educators.
The NSSC is a national creative competition awarding over $20,000 in scholarships and cash prizes. Helping undergraduates become successful creative professionals, The National Student Show & Conference is a professionally judged creative competition and conference built for students and their educators.
The NSSC is a national creative competition awarding over $20,000 in scholarships and cash prizes. Helping undergraduates become successful creative professionals, The National Student Show & Conference is a professionally judged creative competition and conference built for students and their educators.
The NSSC is a national creative competition awarding over $20,000 in scholarships and cash prizes. Helping undergraduates become successful creative professionals, The National Student Show & Conference is a professionally judged creative competition and conference built for students and their educators.
