The Wes Vernon Broadcast Scholarship

Amount:

$20,000

Deadline:

March 16, 2026

Awards Available:

1

Eligibility Criteria:

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Student journalists, like their professional colleagues, dedicate themselves to covering their communities across platforms. Juggling classwork, part-time work, and journalism activities can often go without reward. The National Press Club and NPC Journalism Institute are proud to administer four scholarships honoring promising future journalists serving their communities. The National Press Club and the Journalism Institute are currently accepting applications for The Wes Vernon Broadcast Scholarship.

Scholarship Details

• Award amount: $5,000 annually, renewable for up to three years (totaling $20,000)
• Supports students pursuing a degree in broadcast journalism
• Preference for students enrolled in community colleges
• No U.S. citizenship requirement

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to students at any stage in their education
• Must be pursuing a degree in broadcast journalism
• Preference given to students enrolled in community colleges
• No citizenship requirement; both U.S. citizens and non-citizens may apply

Application Process

1. Complete the application form and include all required materials such as transcripts, essays, and letters of recommendation.
2. Submit your application through the designated platform by the deadline.
3. Ensure your application emphasizes your commitment to a career in broadcast journalism.

The National Press Club and NPC Journalism Institute are proud to administer scholarships honoring promising future journalists serving their communities.