Direct Photo Essay Contest
The Direct Photo Essay Contest offers six $500 scholarships for students who submit original photos capturing the essence of a given theme. The deadline to apply is January 16th. The contest is open to students of any nationality, but the host country is the United States.
Jan 16
Scholarship deadline
$500
Award amount
3
Requirements
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- Students interested in photography
- Students looking for creative scholarship opportunities
- International students studying in the U.S.
Key highlights
- Six $500 scholarships available
- Submit an original photo based on a theme
- Deadline: January 16th
Why apply
- Opportunity to win one of six $500 scholarships
- Showcase your photography skills
- No restriction on nationality
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Apr 28, 2026
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Medium
Expect at least one meaningful preparation step, such as an essay, transcript, recommendation, or supporting document.
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Who can apply
- Open to students of any nationality
- Host country must be the United States
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Status
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Field of study
Legal Professions and Law Studies
Number of awards
6
Payout method
Not stated on the listing
Application plan
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Application signals
- Ensure your photo captures the essence of the theme
- Submit your application before January 16th
Details to use
- Specific theme for the photo
- Payout method details
- How the award is paid
- Whether the scholarship is paid to you or directly to your school
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- Specific theme details are not provided
Next steps
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- Prepare the required materials shown in this listing: Essay or written statement, Photo or headshot, Portfolio or external link.
- Prioritize the essay draft before opening the provider application.
- Plan submission around the listed deadline: January 16th.
- Use the application path to confirm eligibility, documents, and any updated deadline before submitting.
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- Focus on creativity and originality in your photo submission
- Consider the theme carefully to ensure your photo aligns with it
Key requirements (11)
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- Direct Photo Essay Contest.
- Award amounts:.
- Two $500 Scholarships: Photos selected by Direct .
- Two $500 Scholarships: Photos with the most votes.
- Two $500 Scholarships: Photo entries selected at random from all qualifying entries.
- Scholarship deadline date: January 16th.
- Awards available: 6.
- Description: Submit your original photo that captures the essence of the theme means to you. Applications will no longer be accepted after January 16th. Once the contest is closed, all entries will be reviewed.….
- Applicable majors: All.
- Applicant must be: A high school graduate with a most recent GPA of 2.0 or above, enrolled in an accredited 2 or 4 year college or university for Winter or Spring term of 2020, a legal resident of the United States and not currently incarcerated.
- See website for more details and to apply.
Required documents
Listed materials from this opportunity.
- Essay or written statement
- Photo or headshot
- Portfolio or external link
Applying
Submit an original photo capturing the essence of the theme by January 16th for a chance to win a $500 scholarship.
Award & payment
Amount: $500
Number of awards: 6
Payout: Not stated on the listing
About the provider
Overview
The Direct Photo Essay Contest awards six $500 scholarships to students who submit original photos based on a theme. Open to all nationalities, with a deadline of January 16th.
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