Van Swearingen Scholarship

Graduate students specializing in print journalism at American University's School of Communication may be awarded the Van Swearingen Scholarship for exceptional promise in professional writing. Award amounts and the number of recipients vary annually based on donor funding.

Apply through the School of Communication graduate admissions and financial aid process. The scholarship was established through the generosity of Mr. and Mrs. Earl K. Van Swearingen, supporters of excellence in print journalism at American University.