Due Oct 22, 2026

RTDNA Ed Bradley Scholarship

Direct application

$10,000
1 winner

Eligibility

Demographics
American Indian or Alaska Native
Major
Communication Journalism
Education level
Undergraduate
Year of study
Second year

About this scholarship

Students of color who will be sophomores, juniors, or seniors when the award is granted, and who pursue radio, television, or digital journalism, may apply through RTDNA. One recipient receives $10,000.

Submit contact information, a resume, cover letter, three to five work-sample links, and one recommendation through RTDNA's unified portal. The winner is invited to the RTDNA Foundation First Amendment Awards in Washington, D.C., with travel covered. Ed Bradley, the CBS News 60 Minutes correspondent, established this scholarship in 1994 to support aspiring journalists.

Essay question

What else to submit

  • Resume
  • Cover letter
  • Three to five work-sample links
  • One recommendation
  • Essay describing passion for journalism and planned contribution to the field
  • The recipient is invited to the RTDNA Foundation First Amendment Awards in Washington, D.C.; travel is covered.