Houston Center for Photography’s mission is to increase society’s understanding and appreciation of photography and its evolving role in contemporary culture. HCP Education offers over 180 courses, workshops, and masterclasses on an annual basis, including a variety of Teen Class during the Summer.

Thanks to the generosity of both our donors and Platinum/Gold Sponsorship Members, HCP is able to offer scholarships in support of the professional development of photographers in Houston and its metro area.
 

Eligibility
Scholarship applications are open year round to teens (between the ages of 13 and 18) of any skill level living within a radius of 100 miles from Houston’s city center. HCP membership is not required for scholarship application. Our scholarships are designed to support all members of the community and do not require any sort of educational prerequisite or minimum qualification for consideration.

Schedule
Scholarship applications are received on a rolling basis throughout the year. New applications are evaluated as they come in. Applicants will be notified by the the end May if their application has been accepted. Scholarship recipients may apply for another scholarship only in the following year.

Evaluation Process
Application evaluation is a holistic process that takes into account each applicant's financial need, the potential impact receiving a scholarship will make for the applicant, and the merit of their portfolio and statements. 

Accepting Scholarships
Recipients accept offered scholarships by returning a signed copy of their scholarship notification and registering for the relevant class. Scholarships that are not accepted as described will be offered to other candidates instead. 

Recipients’ Responsibilities
Scholarship recipients are expected to attend classes and complete all assignments. Parents and students are responsible for transportation to/from HCP. Recipients who fail to attend 70% of classes will not be eligible to apply for additional scholarships. HCP submits an IRS form 1099 to recipients of prizes and awards as required by the Internal Revenue Service. Parents should consult with a tax professional for information regarding their tax obligations.