Film Awards + Scholarships 2024 - 25 Scholarships for Film Majors For the 2024 -25 academic year, there is one scholarship, the Koerner Camera Systems Scholarship, designated for Film majors only. Apply for all PSU scholarships through the PSU Scholarship Universe Portal. The deadline to apply is May 1, 2024. Learn about scholarships Koerner Camera Systems Scholarship Annually the School of Film awards two scholarships of $5,000 each to Film majors with an interest in cinematography. One award takes financial need into consideration. This scholarship is made possible by the generous support of Koerner Camera Systems. Learn about the Scholarship Andries Deinum Prize for Visionaries and Provocateurs The Andries Deinum Prize for Visionaries and Provocateurs will be awarded annually to recognize and celebrate the exceptional creative potential of an undergraduate or graduate student (or students in collaboration) enrolled in PSU College of the Arts. The prize amount is $10,000. Learn about the Deinum Prize 2023 Annual Showcase The School of Film hosts an annual curated showcase of the best in production and writing. Prizes are awarded for best essays and films in various categories. Watch the Showcase Essay Contest The School of Film annually awards prizes for best essay written during the academic year. More Video Essays Scholarships Apply for all scholarships, including the Koerner Camera Film Scholarship, through the university's scholarship portal. Apply for Scholarships