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University Journalism Scholarships

Ohio Newspapers Foundation

This scholarship was established to benefit students majoring in journalism, advertising, marketing, or communications degree program in an Ohio college or university. Students demonstrating a career commitment to newspaper journalism are given preference.

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Eligibility Requirements

  • Age/Grade Level:
    Applicant must be enrolled as a sophomore, junior or senior at an Ohio college or university
  • Minimum GPA:
    2.50
  • Financial Need:
    Not Mentioned
  • College:
    Applicant must be enrolled as a sophomore, junior or senior at an Ohio college or university
  • Major/Career:
    Students who are enrolled in an Ohio college or university and majoring in a field relevant to our industry, particularly journalism, advertising, marketing, or communications degree program.

Application Details

  • Transcript:
    Required
  • Resume/Activity List:
    Not required
  • Recommendation Letters:
    Two letters of recommendation from college or university faculty members familiar with the students work and career interests.
  • Portfolio/Work Samples:
    Writing samples, articles or other relevant materials such as web links and PDF files used to display design or advertising content.
  • Other Materials:
    - A completed application form- 750 to 1,000 Word Autobiography describing academic and career interests, awards, extracurricular activities and any journalism- related activities. Emphasis should be given to students course of study as it pertains to the newspaper industry.

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