Program Cost
On-Site Programs
Annual Tuition: $36,000 $26,000*
Annual Lab Fee: $1,500
Equipment Insurance Fee: $142
Slideroom Application Fee: $60
Total Cost: $27,702
*Thanks to an extension of a significant gift, ICP will continue offering a $10,000 tuition reduction, covering the 2026–27 academic year for the onsite One-Year Certificate Programs. This will be the final year this tuition reduction is available. Tuition for both the Creative Practices and Documentary Practice and Visual Journalism programs will remain $26,000, plus fees (standard annual tuition for ICP’s One-Year Certificate Programs is $36,000).
Online Programs
Annual Tuition: $12,500
Application Fee: $60
Total Cost: $12,560
How to apply for scholarships and fellowships?
1. ICP's Merit-Based Scholarships and Fellowships
Inside the program application form (Slideroom), there’s a section where you can answer several questions to be considered for scholarships. When you submit the application form, you are automatically considered for every scholarship that you are eligible for. There’s no other specific requirements or additional forms to apply for the scholarships.
2. Additional Scholarship opportunities
(1) The MurthyNAYAK Foundation Scholarship (Deadline: Oct 19, 2025)
With support from PhotoSouthAsia, ICP offers this full-tuition scholarship to two outstanding photographers from South Asia who demonstrate exceptional artistic ability and a commitment to documentary storytelling.
- Program: One-Year Certificate in Documentary Practice: Visual Storytelling (Online)
- Scholarship Amount: Full tuition ($12,500) for the 2026 academic year
- Eligibility: Applicants must be from and currently living in South Asia (Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, or Sri Lanka) and must complete an application to the program.
- Selection: Based on application strength and portfolio; finalists may be invited to a Zoom interview.
(2) The Schoenfeld-Capa Scholarship for Concerned Photography (Deadline: Oct 19, 2025)
Created to honor ICP founder Cornell Capa’s vision of Concerned Photography, a practice rooted in empathy, ethical storytelling, and social engagement, this scholarship also pays tribute to long-time ICP Board member Pat Schoenfeld, whose dedication has helped sustain this vision for generations of photographers.
- Program: One-Year Certificate in Documentary Practice: Visual Storytelling (Online)
- Scholarship Amount: $10,000 tuition support for the 2026 academic year
- Eligibility: Based on the strength of the application and portfolio, with emphasis on artistic vision, social engagement, and the potential to make a meaningful impact through documentary photography.
- Selection: Based on application strength and portfolio; finalists may be invited to a Zoom interview.
The deadline to apply is October 19, 2025. Be sure to submit both your program application and scholarship form by that date. For more info here.
Am I eligible to apply for scholarships and fellowships?
All domestic and international applicants are eligible to apply for ICP's merit-based scholarships and fellowships.
What is merit-based scholarships and fellowships?
Both merit-based scholarships and fellowships aim to recognize and support individuals who have shown outstanding abilities and achievements. Evaluated by the ICP Admissions and scholarship committee, these merit- based scholarships are awarded to the outstanding applicants based on the applicant’s overall performance and achievement, especially portfolio and statement of purpose.
How will I be notified about financial aid or scholarships?
ICP Admission results, including information about eligibility for scholarships, will be sent via email. If you are accepted into the program and have applied for a scholarship, your acceptance letter will include details about any scholarships you qualify for. Please note that decision letters are only sent via email (from [email protected]) — make sure to check your inbox for your admission results.
Can I apply for federal financial aid (FAFSA) at ICP?
No, ICP is not an accredited institution like a college or university, so the One-Year Certificate program does not qualify for federal student loans through FAFSA.
For more information about scholarships and fellowships, please contact [email protected].