Amount: $2,500
Deadline: May 31
Level: undergraduate, graduate
Renewable: No
About
NABJ offers scholarships to African American students pursuing careers in journalism and communications, aiming to increase diversity in media professions.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: US
- GPA: 2.5+
- Demographic: african-american
- Must be an aspiring journalist
- Enrolled in an accredited college or university
- NABJ membership preferred
Required Materials
- Application form
- Essay
- Official transcript
- Recommendation letter
- Writing/media samples
- Resume
Timeline
Applications open in March. Deadline May 31. Winners notified by July.
Tips
Provide strong writing or media samples that showcase your journalistic skills. Your essay should express your passion for journalism and its role in the African American community. NABJ membership is a plus.