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Have you thought about a future career as an investigative reporter, broadcast news anchor, public relations coordinator, sports writer or photo journalist? This list of scholarships for journalism majors can help you on your way to that college degree. Our Scholarship Directory has compiled several scholarship opportunities for upcoming journalists. So, whatever it is you plan to study either in print, online, digital, or news media, there’s bound to be a journalism scholarship waiting for you. Take our Scholarship Match Quiz to find awards that match with your goals and interests. 

Journalism Scholarships 2025 List

TFMJF Advancement of Women in Sports & Entertainment Scholarship

Current undergraduate women in Nevada are eligible to apply for this scholarship. Applicants must be majoring in public relations, communication, media studies, marketing or journalism and must be planning to pursue a career in sports or sports broadcasting.
Award Amount

Total:  $16,000

Awards:  4

Deadline

Deadline:  November 17

Rising Star in Production Scholarship

This scholarship is open to U.S. high school seniors and current undergraduate and graduate students who have an interest in pursuing a career in video production. Students must have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher and demonstrate financial need.
Award Amount

Total:  $1,000

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  May 15

Pete Wilson Journalism Scholarship

This scholarship is open to undergraduate students who are from or studying in the San Francisco (CA) Bay Area. Students must be pursuing careers in radio, television, or digital journalism.
Award Amount

Total:  $2,000

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  January 17

Carlozzi Family Scholarship

This scholarship is available for women in Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, or Pennsylvania who are majoring in journalism or communications. Applicants must demonstrate academic achievement and recognition for a talent in writing.
Award Amount

Total:  $2,500

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  January 24

NYWIC Esperanza Scholarship

This scholarship is available for Hispanic women who are majoring in journalism or communications. Applicants must demonstrate academic achievement and must be residents of Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, or Pennsylvania.
Award Amount

Total:  $2,500

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  January 24

NYWIC Hearst Scholarship

This scholarship is available for undergraduate women who have completed at least one year of study toward a degree in communications or journalism. Applicants must reside in Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, or Pennsylvania and must show an interest in and commitment to magazine publishing or digital/online media.
Award Amount

Total:  $5,000

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  January 24

Judy Corman Memorial Scholarship from Scholastic

This scholarship and internship opportunity is available for female journalism and communications majors who reside in Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, or Pennsylvania.
Award Amount

Total:  $5,000

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  January 24

Meredith Corporation Scholarship

This scholarship and internship opportunity is available for female communications and journalism majors residing in Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania.
Award Amount

Total:  $5,000

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  January 24

NBC Universal Scholarship

This scholarship is open to U.S. undergraduate and graduate students of American Indian or Native Alaskan descent who have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher. Students must be interested in a career in media, either in front of or behind the camera; major preferences are journalism, media, broadcasting, entertainment, film, and telecom.
Award Amount

Total:  $138,375

Awards:  27

Deadline

Deadline:  May 31

Nancy Engebretson Memorial Photojournalism Scholarship for Current Undergraduates

This scholarship is available for undergraduates in Arizona who are majoring in journalism or photography.
Award Amount

Total:  $1,000

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  May 15