Applications are currently being accepted for The College Photographer of the Year (CPOY) 81st College Photographer of the Year Competition 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About CPOY 81st College Photographer of the Year Competition
The College Photographer of the Year (CPOY) Competition recognizes outstanding photography, filmmaking, and documentary storytelling by undergraduate and graduate students from higher education institutions worldwide. The competition provides students with opportunities to have their work recognized by experienced professionals while gaining exposure through the CPOY website and social media channels. Winners and recognized entrants can also receive photography equipment, workshop tuition, project funding, travel support, monetary awards, plaques, and digital certificates.
Benefits of CPOY 81st College Photographer of the Year Competition
- Nikon Z Series Mirrorless Camera/Lens.
- Tuition to workshops (Missouri Photo Workshop, Mountain Workshops, MediaStorm Workshop).
- Monetary awards from the National Press Photographers Foundation.
- $1,000 project grant (Alexia/CPOY Project Grant).
- $500 travel and lodging support, plaques, and digital certificates
CPOY 81st College Photographer of the Year Competition Requirements
- Open to undergraduate and graduate students worldwide.
- Must be enrolled for at least one semester/trimester/quarter between Sept 2025 – Dec 2026.
- Entrants must have less than two years of paid professional experience (including internships).
- Student status must be verified by a faculty member or advisor
Application Date and Process
- Click on the link to the application website to apply.
Application Deadline
30 September, 2026
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