Top 68 Journalism Scholarships in September 2026

Are you an incoming or current college student pursuing a career in a creative or marketing-related career? If so, you would be a great candidate for the Red Egg Marketing Scholarship! The Red Egg Marketing Scholarship is awarded semi-annually, providing two marketing scholarships of $2,500 each per year (one per semester!). We believe in helping students get ahead, which is why we want to help students with their expensive tuition or educational costs. The Red Egg Marketing Scholarship is open to individuals who are seeking to pursue a career in any creative or marketing-related field. To be eligible for the $2,500 Red Egg Marketing Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria: 1. Age and Enrollment: Be at least a high school senior or 18 years of age AND be currently enrolled in an accredited U.S. college or university. 2. Proof of Enrollment: Provide proof of current enrollment, typically via a transcript. 3. Field of Study: Be interested in pursuing a career in: Marketing, Web Development, Entrepreneurship, Advertising, Creative Writing, Graphic Design, Journalism, or a similar field. 4. Submission: Complete the essay or design project submission based on the requirements below. 5. Deadline: Submit the application and all materials by the stated deadline. If you sound like a fit for this scholarship, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Are you a bachelor's degree holder pursuing a career that involves the use of an East or Southeast Asian language? If so, consider applying for the Blakemore Freeman Fellowship! The Blakemore Freeman Fellowship is open to college graduates pursuing a professional, business, or academic career that will require the regular use of East or Southeast Asian languages. Applicants should have already formally studied their target language for at least three years and be willing to partake in extensive language study in an eligible program during the term of the grant. The scholarship is offered by the Blakemore Foundation, a Washington-based charitable trust dedicated to encouraging the use of Asian languages and increasing the understanding of Asian art within the United States. Every year, the fellowship covers tuition, and awards a stipend for related educational expenses, and basic living and transportation costs for the language programs of each of the winning applicants. If you’re looking for some help to pay off your East or Southeast Asian language program, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Are you a high school, undergraduate, or graduate student with a passion for photojournalism? If so, consider applying for The James Alan Cox Foundation Student Photojournalism Scholarship! Each year, the scholarship awards Digital SLR cameras to five high school students and $2,500 to six post-secondary students who submit photojournalistic images and news videos that “tell a story.” While high school applicants may only submit photographs, post-secondary students may choose to submit either five (5) digital photos or two (2) videos with a maximum duration of three minutes each. In addition to their photos or videos, applicants must also submit an online application, an essay explaining their photos/videos, a school transcript, financial data, and two letters of recommendation. Bear in mind that high school and undergraduate applicants must be in at least their second/sophomore year. If you’re passionate about photography and want to be rewarded for your efforts and talents, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Are you a student who demonstrates excellence in editing news? If so, consider applying for the Bill Walsh Scholarship! The Bill Walsh Scholarship is open to undergraduate sophomores, juniors, seniors, and graduate students who demonstrate an interest in editing as a career. The Bill Walsh Scholarship is in honor of the late editor, author, and ACES guiding spirit, Bill Walsh, who devoted his career to his passion for language. Each year, the scholarship awards $3,500 plus financial aid to help one (1) talented student attend the ACES national conference. If you have a passion for writing, and critical thinking, and are looking for some help to pay off your degree, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

The Dow Jones News Data Journalism Internship is an amazing opportunity for college sophomores, juniors, seniors, and graduate students wanting to pursue a career in data journalism. Selected interns will attend a week of training led by journalists from Investigative Reporters and Editors (IRE), refining skills like making Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests, learning computer-assisted reporting, and analyzing and cleaning data in order to tell rich, often hidden, stories. Then, they will start internships where they apply these skills to issues like education, health care, government, criminal justice, and more. In addition to receiving hands-on experience in their desired field, recipients earn weekly salaries of at least $525 for a minimum of 10 weeks and $1,500 scholarships for students and graduates with federal loans. To apply to the DJNF college internship program, students must complete an online application, attach supporting documentation, and take a timed, online test. Applicants must attach examples of their work, such as code they have written or links to digital content they produced. If you've been looking to get some data journalism experience under your belt, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

The Dow Jones News Fund Editing Internship is an amazing opportunity for college sophomores, juniors, seniors, and graduate students wanting to pursue a career in editing. Selected interns will receive training to hone their visual design, headline writing, SEO skills, and publish high-quality content on deadline. As part of the program, interns will attend a one-week training program before reporting to work in paid internships at top media companies for 10 to 12 weeks. In addition to receiving hands-on experience in their desired field, recipients earn weekly salaries of at least $525 for a minimum of 10 weeks and $1,500 scholarships for students and graduates with federal loans. To apply to the DJNF college internship program, students must complete an online application, attach supporting documentation and take a timed, online test. Applicants must attach 3-5 clips of stories they wrote or links to digital content they produced, such as headlines, page designs, or social media posts. If you're a post-secondary student looking to get some editing experience under your belt, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

The Dow Jones News Fund Business Reporting Internship Program is the perfect opportunity for college sophomores, juniors, seniors, and graduate students looking to enhance their reporting skills. Before their internship begins, selected recipients will spend a week learning from business journalists and drilling down on finance, investing, labor issues, and mergers and acquisitions. Then, they will go work for respected outlets like The Wall Street Journal, American City Business Journals, Arizent, Barron’s, and more where they will tell the stories of young entrepreneurs, small businesses, big corporations, labor unions, tech startups, and more. In addition to receiving hands-on experience in their desired field, recipients earn weekly salaries of at least $525 for a minimum of 10 weeks and $1,500 scholarships for students and graduates with federal loans. To be considered, you must complete an online application, attach supporting documentation, and take a timed, online test. You'll also need to submit 3-5 clips of stories you've written or links to digital content you've produced. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to gain valuable business reporting experience!Show Less

The Dow Jones News Fund digital media internships offer a broad range of opportunities for students to flex their various digital skills from video production, photography, podcasting, data visualization, graphic design, website design, audience engagement, and social media management. To apply to the DJNF college internship program, students must complete an online application, attach supporting documentation and take a timed, online test. Applicants must attach 3-5 clips of stories they wrote or links to digital content they produced. For data journalism, they may attach code they have written or a data visualization they created; editors can provide headlines, page designs, or social media posts. Recipients of the scholarship will earn immersive, specialized, all-expenses-paid training at universities before their internships, weekly salaries of at least $525 for a minimum of 10 weeks, and $1,500 scholarships for students and graduates with federal loans. If you want to get some digital media experience under your belt, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

The Wisconsin Broadcasters Association Foundation Student Scholarship Program is an amazing opportunity for students pursuing degrees in media-related courses of study at eligible Higher Educational Institutions in Wisconsin. Each year, two $2,500 scholarships and two $1,500 scholarships are offered to eligible media students in Wisconsin. Students who have either (1) completed at least one-half of their degree or graduation requirements in a media or media-related course of study at a Wisconsin university, or, (2) have graduated from a Wisconsin high school and are pursuing a media career that includes audio, visual and digital or social media platforms, are eligible to apply. If you're passionate about media and are or plan on attending a university within Wisconsin, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Every year, the Broadcast Education Association (BEA) offers a variety of scholarships that award up to $4,000 to multiple students attending two- and four-year BEA institutions to pursue a career in any type of electronic media. While all the scholarships are meant for students pursuing careers in media and broadcast, as each one has specific requirements and instructions, we recommend checking out the Broadcast Education Association's website before applying. The scholarship application for all these awards is available on the BEA website. Simply click on the scholarship tab. If you're eligible for any, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

The BEA Founders Award is open to students enrolled in a BEA 2-year member institution or graduates of 2-year schools now enrolled in a BEA 4-year institution. Applicants may be studying any electronic media area, and must submit a completed application, two letters of recommendation (at least one must be written by an electronic media professor and the other may be from either a professor or an industry professional), and recent transcripts. Each year, two recipients will be chosen to earn $1,500 each toward their post-secondary education. If you’re a student attending a BEA member institution and studying electronic media, we encourage you to apply! The scholarship application for this award is available on the BEA website. Simply click on the scholarship tab. Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The Peter B. Orlik Award is open to college upperclassmen and graduate students pursuing a career in an electronic media area at a BEA-member institution. To apply, students must submit a completed application, two letters of recommendation (at least one must be written by an electronic media professor and the other may be from either a professor or an industry professional), and recent transcripts. One student will be selected to earn $3,500 toward their post-secondary education. If you’re a college upperclassman or graduate student passionate about electronic media, we encourage you to apply! The scholarship application for this award is available on the BEA website. Simply click on the scholarship tab. Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The Richard Eaton Foundation Award is open to college upperclassmen and graduate students pursuing a career in an electronic media area at a BEA-member institution. To apply, students must submit a completed application, two letters of recommendation (at least one must be written by an electronic media professor and the other may be from either a professor or an industry professional), and recent transcripts. One student will be selected to earn $4,000 toward their post-secondary education. If you’re a college upperclassman or graduate student passionate about electronic media, we encourage you to apply! The scholarship application for this award is available on the BEA website. Simply click on the scholarship tab. Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The Edward O. Fritts Award is open to college upperclassmen and graduate students pursuing a career in an electronic media area at a BEA-member institution. To apply, students must submit a completed application, two letters of recommendation (at least one must be written by an electronic media professor and the other may be from either a professor or an industry professional), and recent transcripts. One student will be selected to earn $1,000 toward their post-secondary education. If you're a college upperclassman or graduate student passionate about electronic media, we encourage you to apply! The scholarship application for this award is available on the BEA website. Simply click on the scholarship tab. Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Vincent T. Wasilewski, born in 1922, would go on to become the 18th president of the National Association of Broadcasters in 1965. Before being elected into this role, he had received a bachelor's degree in 1948 and a Doctor of Jurisprudence degree the following year. If you, like Vincent, have a passion for (any) electronic media and are in pursuit of a graduate degree, the Vincent T. Wasilewski Award may be the perfect scholarship for you! Each year, the award grants $4,000 to one graduate student studying electronic media at a BEA member institution. To apply, candidates must submit a complete application, a transcript, and two letters of recommendation, one from an electronic media professor and the other from either a professor or an industry professional. The scholarship application for this award is available on the BEA website. If this scholarship sounds like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading for more application details.Show Less

The YoungArts Competition is funded by YoungArts, an organization that identifies exceptional young artists, amplifies their potential, and invests in their lifelong creative freedom. Every year, their YoungArts Competition awards up to $10,000 to multiple high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors passionate about dance, music, design, film, jazz, photography, theater, visual arts, singing, or writing who submit a written piece or video showcasing their talents. If this scholarship sounds like a fit for you, keep on reading for more application details.Show Less

Are you an aspiring (or current) graduate student/researcher from the United States or Australia who is looking to study abroad in the other country? If so, the American Australian Association has the perfect scholarship opportunity for you! The American Australian Association Graduate Education Scholarships annually awards up to USD $40,000 to US citizens/Permanent Residents or Australian citizens undertaking or planning to undertake full-time graduate-level study (Master's, Ph.D., or Postdoctoral Research) at an accredited educational institution in either (a) the Australia to the USA direction or (b) the USA to Australia direction. Applicants must be pursuing a degree or research in one of the following fields: Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Health, Medicine, Journalism, or Sustainability. Bear in mind that the application cycle is open from January 1 - March 31 for Australian applicants and from August 1 - September 30 for American applicants. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply. Better yet, if you're an Indigenous American or Aboriginal/Indigenous Australian student, you also qualify for the Graduate Education Indigenous Scholarship! Keep on reading to learn more, and be sure to check out these additional study abroad scholarships and graduate school scholarships. Happy applying!Show Less

The "Postdoctoral Scholar Award" is open to Ph.D. and Terminal Degree holders interested in both conducting research and assisting faculty and students in the arts, education, humanities, geology, or the social sciences at Taiwanese universities. As part of the research requirement, selected scholars may expect to collaborate with Taiwanese faculty, and present lectures, seminars, and workshops as arranged by the host institution. To apply, interested students should obtain a letter of invitation from their potential host institution. Applicants without an invitation letter may indicate preferred affiliations, but Fulbright Taiwan will arrange and finalize all affiliations in consultation with potential hosts. If you're a doctorate or terminal degree holder wanting to work at an educational institution in Taiwan, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The "Fulbright Bicentennial Chair in American Studies" award is open to Ph.D. and Terminal Degree holders interested in both conducting research and teaching courses in American Studies at universities throughout Finland. Selected scholars will be required to teach one survey course per semester to third-year Bachelor's students, as well as teach one seminar per semester in their area of expertise to master's level students. Scholars will also be invited to participate in the program's Ph.D. seminar and in the development of the North American Studies program in general, be encouraged to give occasional guest lectures at other Finnish universities, and be invited to participate in Fulbright Finland Foundation activities as an application reviewer and interviewer. To apply, submit a Project Statement, a CV or Resume, and two Letters of Recommendation. To learn more about the scholarship, keep on reading!Show Less

Are you a high school senior passionate about journalism? If so, consider applying for the Journalist of the Year Scholarships! The scholarships are open to high school seniors who participate in their states’ Journalist of The Year competitions. In order to apply, students must submit a digital portfolio of their journalist work to their state official by their state's submission deadline. Winning portfolios from each state will then be sent to the national level, with winners announced at the Spring JEA/NSPA National High School Journalism Convention. The scholarship is offered by the Journalism Education Association, a US-based national organization for journalism teachers and advisors that supports free and responsible journalism by providing resources, educational opportunities, and rewarding student excellence and teacher achievement.  Each year, the first-place winner receives $3,000, and the four runners-up receive $1,000 each. If you’re a high school senior passionate about journalism and are looking for some help to pay off your undergraduate degree, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Jennifer Curtis Byler Scholarship provides financial assistance to children of employees of the Aggregates Industry Company who are interested in studying fields related to public policy, government affairs, or related in college.Show Less

Are you an undergraduate upperclassman or graduate student majoring in education with plans of teaching Journalism? Alternatively, are you a secondary-school Journalism teacher attending a degree program to improve your Journalism teaching skills? If either applies, consider applying for the Future Journalism Teacher Scholarships! Each year, the scholarship awards two lucky applicants $1,000 to go towards their education in Journalism. In order to apply, you must submit a 250-word essay, the online application, two letters of recommendation, and your college transcripts. The scholarships are funded by the Journalism Education Association, a US-based national organization for teachers and advisers of journalism. If you want to put your writing skills (and love for Journalism) to the test to earn some money for school, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

This scholarship honors the legacy of Michael Vergauwen, late COO of AVI Systems (FORTÉ) and long-time AVIXA board member. Michael believed firmly that education opens doors and unlocks potential to achieve our dreams. This scholarship helps Michael’s legacy endure by supporting students in pursuit of technical or advanced degrees toward audiovisual and creative careers. Ten (10) scholarships of $2500 will be awarded in 2026 as a one-time contribution towards tuition for studies. Eligibility Criteria: 1. Applicants must be at least 16 years of age. If under 18, parental or guardian consent may be required based on local regulations. 2. Enrollment in vocational, undergraduate, or graduate program related to the audiovisual, creative, and integrated experience industry. 3. Applicants working full-time in the audiovisual industry are ineligible; part-time, contract, internship, or apprenticeship roles permitted. 4. Evidence of interest in an AV career through coursework, work experiences, volunteer activities, or related extracurricular involvement. 5. Previous AVIXA Foundation scholarship recipients ineligible Applicants may only apply for one AVIXA Foundation scholarshipShow Less

Are you a college sophomore, junior, or senior with an interest in advertising, public policy, or related fields? If so, consider applying for the Media Fellows Scholarships! Each year, the scholarships award $1,000 to an applicant who submits an essay, letter of recommendation, and an optional resume. The scholarship is provided by the Washington Media Scholars Foundation, an organization dedicated to “providing the opportunity for college students to gain firsthand knowledge of the public policy advertising field.” If you’re a college student passionate about advertising or public policy, we encourage you to apply to the Media Fellows Scholarship and take a step closer to your dreams!Show Less

The Leroy F. Aarons Scholarship provides financial assistance to entering and continuing undergraduate and graduate students who are interested in serving the LGBTQIA+ community and are preparing for a career in journalism.Show Less

The Kay Longcope Scholarship provides financial assistance to LGBTQ undergraduate and graduate students of color who are interested in preparing for a career in journalism. Undergraduates pursuing any field of study or graduate students enrolled in a journalism program are welcome to apply.Show Less