A diverse, welcoming community of photographers

When you enroll in the NESOP Professional Photography Program, you join a diverse yet intimate student body of approximately 150 individuals from around the world. Motivated and creative, NESOP students bring distinct perspectives and specialized skills that contribute to our uniquely supportive atmosphere. Many students come to NESOP right after high school, some after completing college and others after pursuing different careers or interests. From the high school graduate eager to start on a career path to the MFA seeking a cohesive, marketable professional portfolio—the common thread linking all NESOP students is an enthusiastic commitment to grow technically and artistically as photographers.

At NESOP, you benefit from small classes which encourage a close working relationship between instructors and students. Class sizes range from seven to a maximum of 20 students for instructional/laboratory classes and to a maximum of 35 students for lecture classes. NESOP instructional/laboratory class sizes are typically kept under 18 students.

Chances are, you will get to know most of your classmates and forge close friendships and collaborative relationships with students, faculty and staff. It is how we create a nurturing environment that many refer to as the NESOP family—the perfect place to advance your technical training, develop your personal vision and become a professional photographer.