Study Abroad Photo Contest

The College of Arts and Sciences is hosting a photo contest to collect current, high-quality images to market its study abroad programs. Enter and you could win a scholarship for up to $750! 

Contest flier

2026 Contest information

We are currently accepting study abroad photos from all currently enrolled Arts and Sciences students.

Entries that meet the specified criteria will be considered for one of three awards:

  • 1st place – $750
  • 2nd place – $500
  • 3rd place – $250

Scholarship awards are granted twice annually.

  • Spring/Summer I 2026 submissions due July 15, 2026
  • Summer II/Fall 2026 submissions due November 13, 2026

Submit a photo

*All photos entered will be released to the University for unlimited publicity use. Entries are not guaranteed an award.

Eligibility

Student criteria

  • Program of study must be in the College of Arts and Sciences
  • Must be enrolled in the semester that funds are disbursed 
  • Open to undergraduate and graduate students

Photo criteria

Jessica Poling at the top of the Catedral de Quito with \\\El Pancillo\\\" in the far background"

All photo submissions must meet ALL of the following criteria:

  • Feature at least one WMU student and a WMU identifier (flag, T-shirt, etc.)
  • Feature a cultural identifier
    • Examples: a well-known landmark/location, a cultural experience, a learning activity/experience
  • 300 dpi (or highest resolution possible)

Check out the contest flier for photo tips!

*Note: to be eligible for the scholarship, students must be enrolled in the semester when the scholarship will be disbursed.

Questions?

Contact @email for assistance.