Amount: $10,000
Deadline: Varies by competition (2026 - check for 2027 updates)
Level: undergraduate
Renewable: No
About
The Hearst Journalism Awards Program offers annual competitions in writing, photojournalism, audio, television, and multimedia for undergraduate journalism students, with significant cash prizes and scholarships.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: US
- Must be an undergraduate journalism student at an accredited university.
Required Materials
- Journalism entries (writing, photos, broadcast segments)
Timeline
Competitions run throughout the academic year, typically culminating in national championships in May/June.
Tips
Submit your best work that showcases your journalistic skills and adherence to ethical standards. Attention to detail in your entries is crucial.