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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

Abe Voron Award

This scholarship is available for U.S. students who plan to pursue a career in radio. Funds may be used for junior, senior, and graduate level classes at accredited colleges and universities that have at least one department that is a member of the Broadcast Education Association (BEA).
Award Amount

Total:  $9,000

Awards:  3

Deadline

Deadline:  October 15

Vincent T. Wasilewski Award

This scholarship is available for graduate students who are majoring in broadcast communications and have a 3.0 GPA or better.
Award Amount

Total:  $4,000

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  October 15

Richard Eaton Award

The Richard Eaton Scholarship Award is available for juniors, seniors and graduate level students majoring in broadcast communications who have maintained a 3.0 GPA or better.
Award Amount

Total:  $2,500

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  October 15

Clubs of America Scholarship Award for Career Success

This award is available for U.S. and international undergraduate students who feel passionately about the career and educational path they are pursuing. Applicants must have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher and submit an essay about his/her chosen profession.
Award Amount

Total:  $1,000

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  August 31

Ruth Edelman/PRSSA Award for Achievement in Women’s Leadership

This scholarship is available for female students majoring in public relations and related fields. Applicants must demonstrate achievement and leadership in women’s issues and women’s studies.
Award Amount

Total:  $1,500

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  May 31

Chester Burger Scholarship for Excellence in Public Relations

This scholarship is available for U.S. graduate students majoring in public relations or a related field. Applicants must have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher.
Award Amount

Total:  $1,000

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  May 31

Robin M. Urbanski Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is available for U.S. college juniors and seniors who are majoring in public relations, journalism, or a related field. Applicants must have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher and demonstrate a passion for pursuing a career in public relations.
Award Amount

Total:  $1,000

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  May 31

Axia Public Relations Scholarship

This scholarship is available for undergraduate students majoring in public relations, communications, journalism, or a related field. Preference will be given to students who promote diversity in the profession, as well as students with residency ties to Florida, Georgia or Missouri.
Award Amount

Total:  $2,000

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  May 31

John D. Graham Scholarship

This scholarship is available for members of the Public Relations Student Society of America and demonstrate a potential for leadership in the field of public relations. Applicants must have a grade point average of 3.0 and must be entering or enrolled in his/her senior year of undergraduate studies.
Award Amount

Total:  $5,001

Awards:  3

Deadline

Deadline:  May 31

Marcia Silverman Minority Student Award

This scholarship is available for minority students who are members of the Public Relations Student Society of America. Applicants must demonstrate a passion for the profession and potential for leadership.
Award Amount

Total:  $5,000

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  May 31