Journalism Scholarships

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 as an undergraduate 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 Other Majors Application

Named for Indianapolis Star political writer Maurice Early and his brother, Robert, managing editor of the Star for 33 years.Early scholarships are awarded to undergraduates at Indiana colleges and universities who are oriented toward careers in journalism.

Established in memory of Mary H. Craig to honor her and her spirit of excellence and education. This scholarship is to recognize a sophomore or junior at Franklin College who is majoring in journalism. ➥ Obtain a separate application from the Franklin College Pulliam School of Journalism. Criteria: ▪ Must be entering the junior or senior year at Franklin College ▪ Must be majoring in journalism ▪ Must be enrolled full time and in good standing with the college ▪ Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale ▪ Must have graduated from an accredited Indiana high school ▪ Must demonstrate a strong work ethic and sustained effort toward academic and life goals, and articulate a life plan for a career in journalism ▪ Must be deemed worthy or deserving by the committee for this award by virtue of character, academic excellence and leadership traits ▪ Include a brief essay describing your life plan for a career in journalism

Giving on a national basis, with emphasis on areas of company operations.

For students currently attending a local college, with at least one more year of classes left to take.Preferred majors include: Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Graphic Design, and Advertising Departments.

Program Description: This program, offered in partnership with Nissan, is available to community college students transferring to a four-year institution in Dallas. TX or Los Angeles, CA. Awards are in the amount of $2,500 for the full academic year. Eligibility Requirements: Be of Hispanic heritage. Be a U.S. Citizen or a legal permanent resident with permanent resident card or passport stamped I-551 (not expired). Be currently enrolled part-time or full-time at a community college. Have plans to transfer and enroll full-time in a degree-seeking program at a four-year U.S. accredited institution in Dallas, TX or Los Angeles, CA. Be pursuing a degree in Business, Engineering, Journalism/Communications or Public Relations. Have a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale (or the equivalent). Must apply for Federal Financial Aid.

Katrin Lamon Fund Fellowship will be awarded to American Indian/Alaska Native graduates studying literature, journalism & communication, or related fields. Eligibility: Be an enrolled member of a United States federally-recognized American Indian tribe or Alaska Native group or possess one-fourth degree Indian blood from a federally-recognized tribe. Be enrolled full-time in a Masters, doctoral or professional degree program at an accredited college or university within the United States. Demonstrate financial need as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FASFA) from the United States Department of Education and the office of the university you plan to attend. Application Procedure: Note: Application for the Katrin Lamon Fund Fellowship additionally provides eligibility for other AIGC-administered graduate/professional awards, especially the AIGC Fellowship. The possibility of an applicant being granted multiple awards by AIGC also exists, especially as regards smaller-amount awards. You need only complete one application. Submit the following: A completed AIGC Fellowship Application. A 250-word typed essay as described in the application packet. A Financial Need Form (FNF) completed by the college or university financial aid office. A Tribal Eligibility Certification (TEC).

This scholarship is offered to minority students whose career intent is in the field of broadcasting/journalism. Emmy

Since his death in 1982, Vincent Chin has become one of the icons for Asian American civil rights and intolerance of hate crimes. Through this new scholarship, AAJA will award $5,000 to a journalism student committed to keeping Vincent Chin's memory alive.

Up to $10,000 to be awarded to lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender journalism/communications students.

Award Amount: $500-$2,000 Requirements: * For California Latino students interested in journalism and attend or plan to attend a California college. * Social Security number asked for, but student may receive award without it.

A $2,500 scholarship for undergraduate study of religion journalism/mass communications. The scholarship is offered in recognition of the work of Leonard M. Perryman, a journalist for The United Methodist Church for nearly 30 years. The scholarship assists an undergraduate United Methodist student, who intends on pursuing a career in religion journalism, in their study at an accredited U.S. college or university. The Perryman Scholarship promotes excellence by helping students continue their studies in communication, including such media as audio/visual, electronic and print journalism. United Methodist students are encouraged to apply. One scholarship will be awarded to the best overall candidate.