C-SPAN StudentCam Documentary Competition
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What Is C-SPAN StudentCam Documentary Competition?
StudentCam is C-SPAN's annual documentary competition for middle- and high-school students. For 2027, the theme is “Mr. Speaker, I Rise To…”: entrants imagine themselves as a newly elected member of Congress and create a balanced 5:00-6:00 minute documentary about the issue they would raise in a first House floor speech, why it matters, different perspectives, and possible solutions.
Students may work alone or in teams of two or three and may submit only one entry. The video must be original student work, include relevant C-SPAN footage, cite outside sources, and be submitted as a viewable hosted-video link with the online entry form by January 20, 2027 at 11:59 p.m. PST. Under-18 entrants need a parent/guardian release.
C-SPAN StudentCam Documentary Competition Key Facts: Cost, Deadline, and Eligibility
| Format | Online |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | Grades 6–12 |
| Application deadline | January 20, 2027 |
| Listing last updated | August 30, 2026 |
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How to Apply to C-SPAN StudentCam Documentary Competition
Open the application for C-SPAN StudentCam Documentary Competition