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The Yarka Vendrinska Photojournalism Memorial Scholarship

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This application is for Fall 2026/Spring 2027. PURPOSE : This scholarship is established in loving memory of Yarka Vendrinska, a photography/photojournalism student of College of DuPage and a passionate photographer. Yarka's work focuses on capturing people who appear ordinary, yet possess a great deal of dignity, pride, and strength.

Award $3,000

Closes in 14 days, 1 November 2026

Who it is for, in the provider's words

  • Which collegeThe Yarka Vendrinska Photojournalism Memorial Scholarship - College of DuPage Scholarships
  • Who can applyThis application is for Fall 2026/Spring 2027. PURPOSE : This scholarship is established in loving memory of Yarka Vendrinska, a photography/photojournalism student of College of DuPage and a passionate photographer. Yarka's work focuses on capturing people who appear ordinary, yet possess a great deal of dignity, pride, and strength. This scholarship is intended to provide a meaningful financial support to students pursuing a degree in Photography Technology AAS Program, helping them to further their creative talents and educational goals.
  • Who can applyApplicants must have the following criteria: Applicants must be enrolled in the Photography Technology AAS Program. Financial Need will be considered. Students must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours per semester Preference will be given to students whose photogenic work reflects a commitment to capturing the human experience, particularly highlighting vulnerable or underrepresented populations, and raising awareness of social issues. Applicants must submit three samples of work for review. Award is split for $1,500 for fall and $1,500 for spring.
  • Who can applyScholarship will be renewed for Spring semester if student maintains a 2.75 GPA or higher.

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Name
The Yarka Vendrinska Photojournalism Memorial ScholarshipRead on 2026-10-11 from https://cod.academicworks.com/opportunities/7310
Provider
College of DuPage ScholarshipsRead on 2026-10-11 from https://cod.academicworks.com/opportunities/7310
What it provides
This application is for Fall 2026/Spring 2027. PURPOSE : This scholarship is established in loving memory of Yarka Vendrinska, a photography/photojournalism student of College of DuPage and a passionate photographer. Yarka's work focuses on capturing people who appear ordinary, yet possess a great deal of dignity, pride, and strength. This scholarship is intended to provide a meaningful financial support to students pursuing a degree in Photography Technology AAS Program, helping them to further their creative talents and educational goals. Applicants must have the following criteria: Applicants must be enrolled in the Photography Technology AAS Program. Financial Need will be considered. Students must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours per semester Preference will be given to students whose photogenic work reflects a commitment to capturing the human experience, particularly highlighting vulnerable or underrepresented populations, and raising awareness of social issues. Applicants must submit three samples of work for review. Award is split for $1,500 for fall and $1,500 for spring. Scholarship will be renewed for Spring semester if student maintains a 2.75 GPA or higher.Read on 2026-10-11 from https://cod.academicworks.com/opportunities/7310
Amount
Award $3,000Read on 2026-10-11 from https://cod.academicworks.com/opportunities/7310
Deadline
Deadline 11/01/2026Read on 2026-10-11 from https://cod.academicworks.com/opportunities/7310
Which college
The Yarka Vendrinska Photojournalism Memorial Scholarship - College of DuPage ScholarshipsRead on 2026-10-11 from https://cod.academicworks.com/opportunities/7310
Who can apply
This application is for Fall 2026/Spring 2027. PURPOSE : This scholarship is established in loving memory of Yarka Vendrinska, a photography/photojournalism student of College of DuPage and a passionate photographer. Yarka's work focuses on capturing people who appear ordinary, yet possess a great deal of dignity, pride, and strength. This scholarship is intended to provide a meaningful financial support to students pursuing a degree in Photography Technology AAS Program, helping them to further their creative talents and educational goals.Read on 2026-10-11 from https://cod.academicworks.com/opportunities/7310
Who can apply
Applicants must have the following criteria: Applicants must be enrolled in the Photography Technology AAS Program. Financial Need will be considered. Students must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours per semester Preference will be given to students whose photogenic work reflects a commitment to capturing the human experience, particularly highlighting vulnerable or underrepresented populations, and raising awareness of social issues. Applicants must submit three samples of work for review. Award is split for $1,500 for fall and $1,500 for spring.Read on 2026-10-11 from https://cod.academicworks.com/opportunities/7310
Who can apply
Scholarship will be renewed for Spring semester if student maintains a 2.75 GPA or higher.Read on 2026-10-11 from https://cod.academicworks.com/opportunities/7310
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