Kodak Student Scholarship Program

Overview

Kodak's Student Scholarship Program supports aspiring filmmakers who choose to work with motion picture film as a creative medium. As the world's leading manufacturer of motion picture film stock, Kodak has a direct interest in ensuring that the next generation of filmmakers understands the aesthetic and technical properties of photochemical capture. The scholarship program provides financial awards and donated film stock to students at accredited film schools.

Despite the dominance of digital capture in contemporary production, film remains a vital creative medium used by many of the world's most acclaimed directors and cinematographers. Kodak's student programs support the continuity of this craft by giving students the resources to shoot on film during their education, developing skills and sensibilities that distinguish them in the professional marketplace.

The program operates alongside Kodak's broader educational initiatives, which include partnerships with film schools, technical workshops, and the Kodak Student Filmmaker Award presented at the Camerimage festival, one of the most important cinematography-focused film festivals in the world.

What It Covers

• Cash scholarships for students demonstrating commitment to working with motion picture film
• Donated film stock -- Kodak provides 16mm and 35mm film stock to selected student productions
• Technical support -- access to Kodak's technical resources and expertise in photochemical workflows
• Festival recognition -- connection to the Kodak Student Filmmaker Award at Camerimage and other industry events

Eligibility

Students must be enrolled at an accredited film school or university with a film production program. Applicants must demonstrate an interest in and commitment to shooting on motion picture film. Programs are open to undergraduate and graduate students. Some programs are US-only; others accept international applicants. Specific eligibility requirements vary by program cycle.

How to Apply

Applications are submitted through Kodak's education portal or through participating film schools that have partnerships with Kodak. Requirements typically include a project proposal, creative statement, and evidence of enrollment at an accredited institution. Schools with established Kodak relationships may nominate students directly.

Who Should Apply

Film students with a genuine interest in photochemical filmmaking who want to develop skills in shooting, exposing, and working with motion picture film. Cinematography students are the primary audience, but directing and producing students whose projects involve film capture are also eligible.

See Also

For understanding the differences between film and digital capture, see Cinematography Essentials. To calculate exposure and depth of field for film formats, use the Depth of Field Calculator.