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Have you thought about a future career as an investigative reporter, broadcast news anchor, public relations coordinator, sports writer or photo journalist? This list of scholarships for journalism majors can help you on your way to that college degree. Our Scholarship Directory has compiled several scholarship opportunities for upcoming journalists. So, whatever it is you plan to study either in print, online, digital, or news media, there’s bound to be a journalism scholarship waiting for you. Take our Scholarship Match Quiz to find awards that match with your goals and interests. 

Journalism Scholarships 2024 List

Lawrence G. Foster Award for Excellence in Public Relations

This award is available for undergraduate students who are members of the Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA). Students must plan to have a career in public relations.
Award Amount

Total:  $1500

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  May 31

Feldman Fellowship

This award is for graduate international and U.S. students, who have applied to or are enrolled in an accredited graduate program in journalism at time of application.
Award Amount

Total:  $5000

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  May 01

David J. Clarke Memorial Scholarship

This award is available for U.S. or international undergraduate and/or graduate students who attend a college or university within the designated market area of stations serving the Ohio Valley Chapter region (this includes some schools in Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, and West Virginia). Students must major in broadcasting.
Award Amount

Total:  $3000

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  April 30

College Photographer of the Year Award

This award is for U.S. undergraduate students who are enrolled full time at a four-year institution and pursuing a degree in photojournalism.
Award Amount

Total:  $750

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  November 22

Reid Blackburn Scholarship

This award is available for undergraduate students who are pursuing a degree in photojournalism. Students must be enrolled full time at an accredited four-year college or university in the United States or Canada.
Award Amount

Total:  $2000

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  December 02

Bob East Scholarship

This award is available for U.S. and Canadian undergraduate and graduate students who are pursuing a degree in photojournalism. Students must be enrolled full time at an accredited four-year college or university, and demonstrate academic ability and financial need.
Award Amount

Total:  $2000

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  December 02

Kit C. King Scholarship

This award is available for graduate students who are pursuing a degree in photojournalism. Students must attend full time at an accredited four-year college or university in the U.S. or Canada.
Award Amount

Total:  $2000

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  December 02

NPPF Still and Multimedia Scholarship

This award is available for undergraduate students who are studying photojournalism and concentrating on still and multimedia. Students must be enrolled full time at a four-year college or university in the U.S. or Canada and have one or more semesters remaining in school.
Award Amount

Total:  $2000

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  December 02

NPPF Television News Scholarship

This award is available for U.S. college juniors and/or seniors who have an interest in photo journalism and are pursuing a career in television production.
Award Amount

Total:  $1000

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  December 02

Anne Marie Brown Memorial Scholarship

This award is available to U.S. college juniors, seniors, and graduate students who are studying journalism, marketing/communications, or healthcare administration. Students must have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher and demonstrated community service and leadership.
Award Amount

Total:  $2000

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  May 17