Communications Scholarships

Scholarship Value: up to $10,000 Classifications: College Freshman, College Sophomore, College Junior, College Senior Minimum GPA: 3.0 Eligible Majors: Engineering, Design, Marketing, Business, Communications, Public Relations, Finance, Law, Accounting, History, English Eligible Schools: Fisk University, Knoxville College, Lane College, LeMoyne-Owen College, Tennessee State University Eligible Locations: Open How to Apply : Apply Online Scholarship Detail: The NISSAN/UNCF Shift Knowledge Scholarship was created in 2004 to recognize the academic achievement and leadership qualities of students, and to honor the rich legacy of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). This program is open to students currently enrolled in an HBCU located in Tennessee having a minimum GPA of a 3.0 and pursuing majors in the fields of engineering, design, marketing, business, communications, public relations, finance or law, accounting history and English. These HBCUs include: Fisk University Knoxville College, Lane College Lemoyne-Owen College and Tennessee State University. Donor/Sponsor Name: Nissan North America, Inc. Donor/Sponsor URL: http://www.nissanusa.com

Scholarship Value: $2,000 Classifications: Undergraduate Sophomore, Undergraduate Junior Minimum GPA: 3.0 Eligible Majors: Communications, Journalism, Political Science, English, History Eligible Schools: UNCF Member Colleges and Universities (please check the website for the complete list) Eligible Locations: Open Scholarship Detail: This program offers a paid summer internship and scholarship in the amount of $2,000. In addition to majors listed above, students can also major in the field of Radio/TV/Film. Donor/Sponsor Name: C-SPAN

Eligible Majors: Communications, Art, Music, English, Performing Arts Eligible Schools: Barber-Scotia College, Benedict College, Bennett College for Women, Bethune-Cookman College, Claflin University, Clark Atlanta University, Dillard University, Edward Waters College, Fisk University, Florida Memorial College, Huston-Tillotson University, Interdenominational Theological Center, Jarvis Christian College, Johnson C. Smith University, Lane College, LeMoyne-Owen College, Livingstone College, Miles College, Morehouse College, Morris College, Oakwood College, Paine College, Paul Quinn College, Philander Smith College, Rust College, Saint Augustines College, Saint Pauls College, Shaw University, Spelman College, Stillman College, Talladega College, Tougaloo College, Tuskegee University, Virginia Union University, Voorhees College, Wilberforce University, Wiley College, Xavier University, Texas College Eligible Locations: Open Scholarship Detail: Performing artist Janet Jackson created this scholarship from the proceeds of her Rhythm Nation Tour. Awards are made annually and may be used for tuition costs, room and board, or to repay federal student loans. Donor/Sponsor Name: Janet Jackson

Eligible Schools: UNCF Member Colleges and Universities (please check the website for the complete list) Eligible Locations: Open Scholarship Detail: Performing artist Michael Jackson established this scholarship for deserving students majoring in the performing arts, English or communications. Funds may be used for tuition, room & board, books, or to repay federal student loans. Donor/Sponsor Name: Michael Jackson

Eligible Schools: UNCF Member Colleges and Universities (please check the website for the complete list) Eligible Locations: Open Scholarship Detail: Yoko Ono, established this scholarship in memory of her late husband, John Lennon to support students majoring in the Performing Arts and Communications. Apply Online Donor/Sponsor Name: Yoko Ono/The Spirit Foundation Please check the website for the availability of this scholarship.

Eligibility Criteria:•Must be of Hispanic background•Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident residing in the United States or Puerto Rico•Must be studying at an accredited university in the U.S. or Puerto Rico for the upcoming academic year•Must be (or plan to be) enrolled full-time undergraduate or graduate student for the upcoming academic year•Must have earned and maintain a cumulative Grade Point Average of no less than 3.0 on a 4.0 scale•Must demonstrate financial need•Must be studying a major that falls under the Business Majors Application

Classifications: Undergraduate Junior, Undergraduate Senior, Graduate StudentMinimum GPA: 3.0Eligible Majors: Engineering, Business, Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, Marketing, Communications, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Management, Mechanical Engineering, Management Information Systems, Computer Information Systems, Mass Communications, Sports ManagementEligible Schools: UNCF Member Colleges and UniversitiesEligible Locations: Open Scholarship Detail:NASCAR and UNCF has created a wonderful scholarship to honor Wendell Scott, Sr. He achieved a major accomplishment in the industry by becoming the first African-American to officially win a NASCAR Sprint Cup Race. The candidates are eligible to receive a scholarship in the amount of $10,230. The undergraduate candidates must have at least a 3.0 GPA scholarship while the graduate students must have at least a 3.2 GPA. In addition, candidates are encouraged to apply to NASCAR's internship program. An upcoming attachment will give you the details and instructions to apply for this separate opportunity.Apply OnlineDonor/Sponsor Name: NASCAR

Scholarship Value: $5,000Classifications: Undergraduate Junior, Undergraduate SeniorMinimum GPA: 3.0Eligible Majors: Communications, Journalism, EnglishEligible Schools: UNCF Member Colleges and UniversitiesEligible Locations: OpenScholarship Detail:The Reader's Digest Foundation is interested in encouraging academically superior students, who write well, to enter the field of print journalism. Students attending UNCF member colleges and universities and majoring in communications, journalism or English are eligible to apply. Students must be in their junior or senior year and have a grade point average of 3.O or better. Applicants must submit a published writing sample with their application.Apply OnlineDonor/Sponsor Name: Readers Digest Foundation(Please check the website for the availability of this scholarship.)

Scholarship Value: $7,500Classifications: Undergraduate FreshmanMinimum GPA: 3.0Eligible Majors: Engineering, Finance, Economics, Accounting, Information Systems, Education, Marketing, Communications, Computer Science, Liberal Arts, Political Science, English, Business-Related, Architecture, History, Psychology, Supply Chain Management, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, Business Sales , Computer Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Management, Mechanical Engineering, Management Information Systems, Construction EngineeringEligible Schools: Bethune-Cookman College, Clark Atlanta University, Morehouse College, Spelman College, Tuskegee University, Xavier UniversityEligible Locations: OpenScholarship Detail:Toyota is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders within the automobile industry. Toyota has partnered with UNCF to provide scholarship opportunities to students at the targeted institutions. The selected recipients will receive a scholarship in the amount of $7,500. The additional majors include Biomedical Engineering, International Business, Manufacturing Engineering and Network Administration and Public Administration.Apply OnlineDonor/Sponsor Name: Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc.

Scholarships are granted for use by students enrolled full or part-time (at least three courses) in two- and four-year colleges and universities. Student must be a resident of the Pacific Southwest Chapter Area (San Diego, Las Vegas, Bakersfield, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Santa Maria or Palm Springs). Students should intend to pursue a career in telecommunications and related fields. Although we are looking for students who are good scholars, evidence of creative achievement is even more important.Materials to be submitted with the Application:A. One of the following:1. A film or video production on which you were the principal writer, director, producer, principal actor or similar major creative role.2. A concept or treatment for a production.3. A script you have written for any type of film or video, along with a brief statement of the type of show and your aims for the film/video.4. A treatment, script or storyboard for a 30-second television Public Service Announcement B. A short statement of your education/experience in telecommunications and your career goals. C. Brief description of your submissionD. Special circumstances (financial or personal) – anything you would like the judges to know regarding your application. E. An official copy of your transcript through the most recent semester or quarter. F. Letters of recommendation from at least two teachers or faculty members who have had the opportunity to oversee your work and aptitude.

Interns work primarily with the Editorial & Youth Departments as pertains to the publishing and distribution of books, News Notes, and newspaper columns. Candidates have the opportunity to learn all aspects of communications and publishing in a hands-on, friendly atmosphere. This includes how material is created, printed, publicized and distributed. Duties include copyediting, fact checking, research and writing short pieces. Depending on the student’s writing ability, there may be the opportunity to have his or her work published by The Christophers. Other general office duties include filing, photocopying and data entry. Internship must be performed for course credit.QualificationsApplicant should be a currently enrolled sophomore, junior or senior undergraduate with a G.P.A of 2.5 or better. A liberal arts background with an interest in communications, publishing or the operations of nonprofit organizations is preferable. Applicants should be highly motivated with above-average writing ability. Writing samples will be requested. Proficiency in Windows and Microsoft Word are required.

Two $2,500 per year scholarships will be awarded to qualified new freshmen or transfer students who have been admitted into one of the following areas in the humanities: classical studies, communication, English, fine arts, history, modern languages, philosophy, theology or theatre. Prospective candidates must have a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average on a 4.0 scale. New freshmen must: have a minimum 26 on the ACT or an 1170 on the SAT; and be admitted to Loyola prior to February 25. All qualified, admitted students should complete the application and it must be returned by March 1. The recipients will be notified by April 1.