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We’ll cover scholarship application dos and don’ts, including advice on developing strong essay responses, selecting stellar work samples, and choosing the right individuals for a letter of recommendation. You’ll also have plenty of opportunity to ask questions about the application process, eligibility requirements, and selection timeline.
2026 National Press Club scholarship opportunities include:
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The Scholarship for Journalism Diversity Honoring Julie Schoo is a $5,000 scholarship awarded to a high school senior. The award can be renewed for up to three years at $5,000 per year.
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The Richard G. Zimmerman Scholarship is a one-time scholarship of $5,000 to support a high school senior who wishes to pursue a career in journalism.
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The Wes Vernon Broadcast Scholarship supports diversity within broadcast journalism. The scholarship is $5,000 awarded to a student who demonstrates a commitment to a career in broadcast journalism. The award can be renewed for up to three years.
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The Lewis Scholarship provides housing and a monthly stipend to support student journalists of color with newsroom internships in Washington, D.C., during the summer semester.
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The Dennis and Shirley Feldman Fellowship recognizes a journalism graduate student with a one-time scholarship of $5,000.
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New this year: The Rich Passan Sports Writing Scholarship is a $5,000 award supporting undergraduate college juniors or seniors who demonstrate excellence and promise in sports journalism.
All applications are due on Sunday, March 1, at 11:59 p.m. ET. (You can apply using this link.)
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