National Press Club Scholarships

National Press Club Journalism Institute

Amount: $5,000
Deadline: March 15
Level: undergraduate
Renewable: No

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About

Offers scholarships to high school students from diverse backgrounds who aspire to careers in journalism, including the Richard G. Zimmerman Scholarship for students pursuing journalism and the Shirley Povich Scholarship for sports journalism.

Eligibility

  • Citizenship: US
  • GPA: 3.0+
  • Demographic: minority
  • High school senior intending to major in journalism
  • Demonstrate commitment to a journalism career

Required Materials

  • Application form
  • Essay
  • Writing samples
  • Transcripts
  • Recommendation letters

Timeline

Applications open in December. Deadline March 15. Winners notified in late spring.

Tips

For the Zimmerman Scholarship, highlight your passion for journalism and commitment to reporting on diverse communities. For the Povich Scholarship, emphasize your interest and experience in sports journalism.