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William B. Ruggles Journalist Scholarship

William B. Ruggles Journalist Scholarship

Applicable For:

Undergraduate Students

Max Award Amount:

$2,000

Application Deadline:

31/01/2024
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About This Scholarship

The William B. Ruggles Journalist Scholarship is a scholarship program sponsored by the Ruggles Family Foundation, which provides financial support to undergraduate and graduate students pursuing a career in journalism. The scholarship honors the memory of William B. Ruggles, a renowned journalist and former executive of the Associated Press.

The scholarship award is $2,000 and can be used to cover tuition, fees, books, and other education-related expenses. Applicants must submit an essay of 500 to 1,000 words on a given topic related to the importance of a free press in American democracy, as well as a resume, official transcripts, and two letters of recommendation from professors or professional journalists.

The application deadline for the William B. Ruggles Journalist Scholarship typically falls in December of each year. Students can apply by submitting their application materials online through the Ruggles Family Foundation website.

Eligibility Criteria For William B. Ruggles Journalist Scholarship

The William B. Ruggles Journalist Scholarship is a scholarship program that supports students who are interested in pursuing a career in journalism. Here are the eligibility criteria for the scholarship:

  • Students must be enrolled full-time as undergraduates at an accredited college or university in the United States.
  • Students must be pursuing a career in journalism, either print or electronic media.
  • Students must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
  • Students must demonstrate financial need.
  • Students must submit a completed application, including transcripts, two letters of recommendation, a personal essay, and samples of their work.
  • Students must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.

Note that the scholarship is open to students at all levels, from freshman to senior, and that there is no age limit for applicants. The scholarship is highly competitive and only a limited number of students are selected each year. Interested students should check the scholarship website for the most up-to-date information on the award and the application process.

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