"Shine" Photo Essay Contest
The "Shine" Photo Essay Contest offers a $500 award for students who submit an original photo capturing the theme "Shine." The contest was open to high school graduates with a GPA of 2.0 or above, enrolled in an accredited 2 or 4-year college. The deadline was January 16, 2017.
Jan 16
Scholarship deadline
$500
Award amount
3
Requirements
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- Students interested in photography
- High school graduates with a GPA of 2.0 or above
- Students enrolled in accredited 2 or 4-year colleges
Key highlights
- Award amount: $500
- Submit a photo capturing the theme "Shine"
- Open to high school graduates with a GPA of 2.0 or above
Why apply
- Opportunity to showcase your photography skills
- Chance to win a $500 award
- Enhance your portfolio with a themed photo essay
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Apr 28, 2026
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- High school graduate with a GPA of 2.0 or above
- Enrolled in an accredited 2 or 4-year college
- Unrestricted nationality and host countries
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Status
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Field of study
Legal Professions and Law Studies
Number of awards
6
Payout method
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Application signals
- Ensure your photo captures the theme "Shine"
- Verify current contest details on the official website
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- Current application status
- Updated deadline for future contests
- How the award is paid
- Whether the scholarship is paid to you or directly to your school
Red flags
- The contest deadline has passed (January 16, 2017)
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, 2017.
- 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
- Review the theme "Shine" and brainstorm ideas
Key requirements (4)
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- Submit your original photo that captures the essence of what the theme "Shine" means to you. Applications will no longer be accepted after January 16th, 2017. Once the contest is closed, all entries will be reviewed.….
- See website for more details and to apply:.
- Http://www./photocontest.
- 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 2017, a legal resident of the United states and not currently incarcerated.
Required documents
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- Essay or written statement
- Photo or headshot
- Portfolio or external link
Applying
To apply for the DirectTextbook.com "Shine" Photo Essay Contest, submit an original photo that captures the theme "Shine." Check the official website for updates.
Award & payment
Amount: $500
Number of awards: 6
Payout: Not stated on the listing
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Overview
The "Shine" Photo Essay Contest offers a $500 award for students who submit a photo capturing the theme "Shine." Open to high school graduates with a GPA of 2.0 or above.
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