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John S. and James L. Knight Foundation Scholarships

John S. and James L. Knight Foundation Scholarships

Description

Provided by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation to recruit and graduate students in journalism education and prepare them for jobs in the news media.

  • $2,670-$3,500 awards, number of awards varies.
  • For students who plan to pursue careers in news media.
  • For students who demonstrate a commitment to making meaningful contributions to a pluralistic community and the continuation of a free press.
  • For students who show sensitivity to and understanding of racial/ethnic issues in journalism and society.
  • For students who show the ability, sensitivity and commitment to learn to communicate better across the social fault lines of gender, race, generation, geography and class.
  • For students who show the ability to overcome educational, social or family disadvantages.
  • For students who demonstrate academic merit and/or leadership potential.

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