A-Mark Foundation Journalism Scholarship

The A-Mark Foundation supports aspiring journalists with the goal of fostering the next generation of professionals in the field. The A-Mark Foundation Journalism Scholarship provides recognition and financial assistance to a student currently enrolled in the graduate journalism program in the College of Communication in good academic standing. Special consideration for those pursuing investigative journalism.

Criteria:

  • Enrolled in the MA in Journalism program in the College of Communication
  • Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
  • Special consideration for those pursuing investigative journalism

Award
$10,000
Deadline
09/27/2026
Supplemental Questions
  1. Why did you choose to pursue a graduate degree in journalism?
  2. Tell us about your interest in investigative journalism and why you believe it is important.
  3. Please list any awards, honors or recognition received.
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