C-SPAN StudentCam Documentary Competition Deadline: January 20, 2027
Amount: $100,000 total in cash prizes, with grand prize of $5,000Â
Description:Middle school and high school students with an interest in documentary filmmaking and political issues can participate in C-SPAN's StudentCam competition, a national video documentary contest that encourages critical thinking about community and national issues. You must produce a 5-6 minute documentary that explores multiple perspectives on a chosen topic related to the annual theme. Your documentary must include C-SPAN video clips that support your chosen topic and demonstrate both supporting and opposing viewpoints. Students can compete individually or in teams of 2-3 members, with middle school students (grades 6-8) competing in a separate category from high school students. This national competition offers substantial prizes, making it one of the most rewarding scholarships for middle school students in California who are passionate about civic engagement and media production. Eligibility: Grades 6 to 12