LMC Scholarship Program

Direct application

$2,500/year
5 winners

Eligibility

Major
Communication Journalism
Education level
Four-year institution
Enrollment
Full-time
Grades
GPA 3+

About this scholarship

High school seniors, graduates, or current undergraduates with at least a 3.0 GPA planning full-time enrollment at an accredited four-year college to pursue journalism, media, or a related field may apply for the Local Media Consortium Scholarship administered by Scholarship America.

Up to five recipients receive $2,500 per year, renewable for up to three additional years with at least a 2.5 GPA.

Complete the online application, submit a transcript, and have one online recommendation form submitted on your behalf. The LMC Scholarship Program supports students passionate about journalism and media careers.

Essay question

What else to submit

  • Online application.
  • Transcript.
  • One online recommendation form submitted on the applicant's behalf.
  • Essay describing passion for journalism or media and how the scholarship supports educational goals.
  • Transcripts
  • Recommendation letters
  • Award is renewable for up to three additional years if the recipient maintains at least a 2.5 GPA.