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College juniors, seniors, and graduate students at North American institutions, or Americans studying abroad, who aspire to become foreign correspondents may apply.
Eighteen awards of up to $4,000 are available. Winners receive either a $3,000 scholarship for independent reporting or a $4,000 fellowship for time in a major news bureau.
Submit a one-page cover letter, one-page resume, and a print (600 to 800 words), photo, video, or audio work sample to foundation@opcofamerica.org. Winners are required to attend the Foundation Scholarship Luncheon in New York City; travel and hotel are covered.
The Overseas Press Club Foundation Scholar Awards awards Up to $4,000 (18 winners).
The deadline is November 15, 2026. Applications submitted after the deadline are typically not considered, so plan to finish early.
Key requirements include: Communication Journalism; Undergraduate; Final year; Third year. Check the full eligibility section above, or create a free Award Scholar profile to have every requirement checked against your profile automatically.
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