Rules and Submission Instructions

Poster design entries must include the following elements:

• • 11″ x 17″ final size, Create a high-resolution PDF for entry.
  • Prominent display of Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation name and logo.
  • Use of the designated theme to drive an interest in Graphic Communications and a strong emphasis on the availability of PGSF scholarships.
    • Print is Authentic
    • Print is Sustainable
    • Print is Innovative

Eligibility Requirements to include in your design:

• • Must be enrolled in a graphic communications program or related field at a U.S. technical school or college
  • Must be a high school senior or graduate, or post-secondary student
  • Must be able to maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher

Prominently display the scholarship application due date of April 1, 2026.

Show PGSF contact information in your design:
PGSF.org | contact@pgsf.org

FINAL PDF Files should be named as follows:

• • HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT:
    Firstname_lastname_schoolname_poster_2025_HighSchool
  • POST SECONDARY STUDENT:
    Firstname_lastname_schoolname_2025_PostSecondary

The winner of the contest may be asked for native files required for reproduction. Files become the property of PGSF.

The department in which the student is enrolled will receive a plaque for display.

If you have any questions, please email dianne.bullas@pgsf.org or call 503-572-6610.

PDF entries are due by Friday March 28th, 2025.

Judging will be in April and the winner will be notified by May 31st, 2025.

Submit PDF Entries Here

Other Poster Specifications

• Posters will be printed in 11×17-in. size for display in schools. Poster may be printed as small as 5½× 8½-in. used as display on a webpage. Please consider these dimensions when creating the graphics or choosing a typeface.
• Include entrant’s school name and name of creative designer or names of team members. Please place near lower border or on second page in smaller type.
• Bright and highly visible colors are suggested.

Download PGSF Logos Here