[National Press Photographers Foundation](https://nppf.org)

February 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)

$2,500 one-time scholarship; typically paid to student’s university or as a check.

Supports undergraduate and graduate students pursuing photojournalism, honoring Bob Baxter’s legacy of resilience and dedication.

--- ## Description The Bob Baxter Scholarship, administered by the National Press Photographers Foundation (NPPF), honors the memory of Bob Baxter—a New Jersey photographer who, after being paralyzed, continued to champion photojournalism education. This annual scholarship provides financial support to students committed to the field of photojournalism, helping them continue their studies and foster their development as visual storytellers. --- ## Due Dates - February 2027 (anticipated/projected full application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - The scholarship provides a one-time award of $2,500. - Payment is typically made directly to the recipient’s university/college bursar account, or a check for $2,000 may be mailed to the recipient, depending on student preference and institutional requirements. - Additional non-cash awards (such as cameras or gift certificates) may be provided by corporate sponsors for first-time recipients. --- ## Eligibility - Open to undergraduate and graduate students enrolled for the spring semester at a four-year college or university in the United States. - International students residing in the U.S. are eligible. - Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to photojournalism and financial need. - A recommendation letter from a professor or lecturer familiar with the applicant’s photojournalism work is required (on university letterhead, signed, and dated for the award year). - Portfolio, essays, and CV submission are required. - Adherence to the National Press Photographers Association’s Code of Ethics is mandatory. --- ## Application Process - Prepare a recommendation letter from a professor/lecturer (PDF, on university letterhead, signed). - Complete the NPPF CV submission form ([download here](https://nppf.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/NPPF_Scholarship_CV_form.pdf)) and save as a PDF. - Write three or four one-page essays addressing your journey in photojournalism, need for financial assistance, career aspirations, and (if relevant) leadership experience. - Prepare a portfolio (up to 24 images and/or 10 videos, with specific technical requirements; see [portfolio guidelines](https://nppf.org/online-portfolio-image-preparation/)). - Submit all materials via the [Picter application portal](https://site.picter.com/2026-nppf-college-scholarships) when the application period opens. - Applicants are notified of results within a month of the deadline. --- ## Additional Information - Recipients’ portfolios may be published on NPPF’s website for educational purposes. - Applicants retain copyright to their images, but grant NPPF rights to use images and information for scholarship promotion. - All application information and documents are subject to verification by NPPF. - Application may be disqualified for ethical violations (e.g., improper image manipulation). --- ## External Links - [Bob Baxter Scholarship Program Page](https://nppf.org/scholarship/bob-baxter-scholarship) - [Student Scholarships Overview](https://nppf.org/student-scholarships/) - [NPPF CV Submission Form (PDF)](https://nppf.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/NPPF_Scholarship_CV_form.pdf) - [Portfolio Preparation Guidelines](https://nppf.org/online-portfolio-image-preparation/) - [Picter Application Portal](https://site.picter.com/2026-nppf-college-scholarships) - [National Press Photographers Association Code of Ethics](https://nppa.org/code-ethics) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | |------------------------|------------------------------| | NPPF Scholarships | grants@nppf.org | | Dr. James Kelly (Director of Scholarships) | jkelly@nppf.org | ---

Bob Baxter Scholarship

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