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

February 2027 (Full application deadline)

$2,500 per award; paid to university/college bursar account or $2,000 check to recipient

Supports undergraduate and graduate students in photojournalism at four-year U.S. colleges or universities.

Forecasted opportunity—dates and details may change; check program page for updates.

--- ## Description The Liane Enkelis Scholarship, offered by the National Press Photographers Foundation (NPPF), honors the mentors and supporters who shaped Liane Enkelis’s distinguished career in photojournalism. This annual scholarship is designed to encourage and assist undergraduate and graduate students who demonstrate talent, dedication, and a need for financial support as they pursue careers in photojournalism or visual storytelling. The scholarship celebrates mentorship, perseverance, and commitment to the craft, with a particular emphasis on supporting emerging photojournalists. --- ## Due Dates - February 2027 (anticipated/projected full application deadline for NPPF student scholarships, including the Liane Enkelis Scholarship) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - $2,500 per award - Funds are typically deposited directly into the recipient’s university/college bursar account, or a check for $2,000 is mailed to the recipient, based on preference. --- ## 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 be pursuing a career in photojournalism or visual storytelling. - Applicants must adhere to the National Press Photographers Association (NPPA) Code of Ethics. --- ## Application Process - Obtain a recommendation letter from a professor or lecturer familiar with your photojournalism work (on university letterhead, dated, and signed). - Complete the NPPF CV submission form, including: - Contact information - Academic standing and GPA - Campus news media experience - Confirmation of adherence to NPPA’s Code of Ethics - Three or four one-page essays (about your journey, financial need, career aspirations, and—if applying for the Clarkson Scholarship—leadership experience) - Prepare a portfolio demonstrating storytelling ability (up to 24 images and/or 10 videos, with captions and metadata as required). - Submit all materials via the Picter online application portal ([Picter NPPF Scholarships](https://site.picter.com/2026-nppf-college-scholarships)). - The NPPF jury of professional editors will evaluate applications and award scholarships based on donor criteria. --- ## Additional Information - Recipients must agree to NPPF’s terms, including allowing the foundation to use submitted images for educational and promotional purposes. - Payment of any taxes or related expenses is the responsibility of the recipient. - All application materials and eligibility are subject to verification by NPPF. - The scholarship may be rescinded if eligibility or ethical standards are violated. --- ## External Links - [Liane Enkelis Scholarship Overview](https://nppf.org/scholarship/liane-enkelis) - [NPPF Student Scholarships Information](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) - [NPPA Code of Ethics](https://nppa.org/code-ethics) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Role | Email | |---------------------|------------------------| | NPPF Grants Contact | grants@nppf.org | | Dr. James Kelly | jkelly@nppf.org | ---

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