Bess Whitehead Scott

Looking for journalists with 10 or more years of experience:
Applications for the $3,000 Bess Whitehead Scott Scribes Scholarship will be accepted through Friday, March 10, 2023.
Applicants should demonstrate an interest in pursuing a degree or career advancement through academic study in journalism, communication or a related field.
Eligible students enrolled in a Texas college or university for the 2023-24 academic year are encouraged to apply through the Headliners Foundation of Texas.

SCHOLARSHIP FOR EXPERIENCED JOURNALISTS / WRITERS

The application window is still open for the Scott Scribes Journalism & Writing Scholarship at the Headliners Foundation of Texas. Application deadline is March 19, 2021.

The $3,000 scholarship is granted annually to a non-traditional student seeking education or career advancement through academic study in fields related to journalism and writing. Strong preference will be given to applicants with 10-15 years of professional work experience in journalism, nonfiction writing or a related field.

The scholarship can be used for:
1) Work toward an accredited undergraduate or graduate college/university degree;
2) Accredited college/university coursework taken as a non-degree-seeking student either in residence or online; or
3) Academic residencies/internships.

Applicants must be a Texas resident and demonstrate financial need. Application and eligibility guidelines are available at https://www.headlinersfoundation.org/bws.