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Margaret McNamara Education Grants Photographic Competition
In celebration of its 40th anniversary, the Margaret McNamara Education Grants (MMEG) is holding a photographic competition., Post a Comment
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In celebration of its 40th anniversary, the Margaret McNamara Education Grants (MMEG) is holding a photographic competition.
Themed “Women Build a Better World”, the contest is open to all, just as long as entries meet and dutifully understand the subject matter.
**Deadline of entries:** September 15, 2021
### Table of contents
- [McNamara Competition Awards](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/margaret-mcnamara-education-grants-photographic-competition/#h-mcnamara-competition-awards)
- [Margaret McNamara Education Grants Details](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/margaret-mcnamara-education-grants-photographic-competition/#h-margaret-mcnamara-education-grants-details)
- [Eligibility Criteria](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/margaret-mcnamara-education-grants-photographic-competition/#h-eligibility-criteria)
- [How to Enter](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/margaret-mcnamara-education-grants-photographic-competition/#h-how-to-enter)
## McNamara Competition Awards
The photo contest shall award $500 for the first placer. Meanwhile, the second and third prizes are worth $300 and $100, respectively.
Moreover, three diplomas will be handed out for the honorable mentions.
## Margaret McNamara Education Grants Details
MMEG supports women from developing countries who are pursuing their education with the aim of improving the lives of women and children in their countries.
This is achieved through providing financial assistance and other related forms of funding.
Self-identifying women who are from [eligible countries](http://www.mmeg.org/eligibility-country-list), at least 25 years old, and enrolled in eligible universities (as certificate, undergrad, grad, or postdoc students) are welcome to apply.
## Eligibility Criteria
The photographic competition is open to all nationalities. There are also no restrictions in terms of age and equipment. Interested individuals may choose to use any camera or mobile phone to submit their photos.
Judged by [internationally-accredited photographers](https://www.mmeg.org/judges) Cheriss May, Karen Dias, Katie Jett Walls, and Molly Roberts, the MMEG Photographic Competition has two categories.
The first category is Single Image, while the other one is a series of 3-5 images.
- Open to all
- Use any camera or mobile phone
- International Judges – click here to know them
All photos are welcome for judging but some preference will be given to photos representing women in countries eligible to receive MMEG grants.
## How to Enter
This competition is hosted in an agreement between LensCulture and Margaret McNamara Education Grants.
By entering this contest you acknowledge you have read the [terms and conditions](https://www.mmeg.org/termsandconditions).
Once you click the [Submit Entries](https://www.lensculture.com/competitions/Margaret-McNamara-Education-Grants/events) link, you will be redirected to the LensCulture website so that you can sign up for an account and submit your entry through the online entry portal.
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Eligibility criteria
Always cross-check eligibility against the sponsor's official site before applying — sponsor rules can change between intakes.
- Citizen or permanent resident of an eligible African country
- Currently applying to or enrolled at the PhD level
- Strong academic record — typically a minimum GPA equivalent to a UK 2:1 / US 3.3
- English-language proficiency demonstrated by IELTS, TOEFL or an MOI letter
- Two academic or professional references able to speak to your potential
Required documents
A planning baseline drawn from how 90%+ of African scholarship sponsors structure their checklist. The sponsor's portal is the source of truth for any single application.
- Valid international passport (bio page scan)
- Most recent academic transcripts (sealed or e-verified copies)
- Curriculum vitae / résumé (1–2 pages, reverse-chronological)
- Personal statement or motivation letter (500–1,000 words, tailored to the sponsor)
- Two to three reference letters (academic for students, professional for working applicants)
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo) — Medium-of-Instruction letter may substitute for Anglophone-Africa graduates
- Passport-sized photograph meeting ICAO biometric standards
- Research proposal or statement of purpose (500–2,000 words for PhD)
- Published or unpublished writing sample (PhD and research-led Masters)
- Country-of-origin proof (national ID or birth certificate) — required by many Africa-focused funders
Deadline timeline
The sponsor has not published a fixed deadline yet. Use the milestones below as a generic 12-month plan; substitute dates once the intake window opens.
- 12 months out
Register for tests (IELTS/TOEFL/SAT/GRE), shortlist 3–5 universities, identify referees.
- 6 months out
Sit your tests, draft a personal statement, request transcripts and confirm reference letters.
- 3 months out
Finalise essays, upload supporting documents, complete the online application portal.
- 1 month out
Final review, double-check uploaded files, submit a week before the deadline to avoid portal issues.
- Application deadline
Submit by 23:59 in the sponsor's stated time zone — usually local to the sponsor, not your country.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for the Margaret McNamara Education Grants Photographic Competition?+
Applicants must be eligible African nationals applying at the PhD level, meet the academic and English-language requirements set by Various, and be able to relocate to the host country for the duration of the programme.
Is the Margaret McNamara Education Grants Photographic Competition fully funded?+
Funding model: Funding type varies — check the official site. Where listed as fully funded, the award typically covers tuition, monthly stipend, health insurance and round-trip airfare. Always confirm the latest funding breakdown on the sponsor's official page.
When is the application deadline?+
The application deadline is varies by intake — see the official site. Submit at least one week early — sponsor portals frequently slow or fail in the final 24 hours, and late submissions are not accepted under any circumstances.
What documents do I need to apply?+
At minimum: passport bio page, academic transcripts, CV, personal statement, two to three references, and an English-language test score (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo). Research-led Masters and PhD applications also require a research proposal and a writing sample.
How can I improve my chance of winning?+
Apply early, tailor every essay to the specific sponsor (do not recycle a generic statement), secure at least one reference who knows your work in detail, and apply to two or three additional scholarships in parallel — never rely on a single application.