The ACES Bill Walsh Scholarship is a competitive scholarship program that provides financial support to students who are pursuing a career in editing. The scholarship is named in honor of Bill Walsh, a renowned editor and author who was a longtime member and past president of the American Copy Editors Society (ACES).
The scholarship program awards up to three scholarships annually, each with a value of $3,000, to college juniors, seniors, or graduate students who are studying editing, journalism, communications, or a related field. To be eligible, applicants must have a demonstrated interest in and aptitude for editing and a strong academic record.
Applicants for the ACES Bill Walsh Scholarship must submit a written essay, a personal statement, and a recommendation from a professor or employer. Finalists for the scholarship are invited to participate in an interview process with members of the scholarship selection committee.