Lee Thornton Scholarship

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must be a sophomore, junior or senior at a college or university with preference given to students of the University of Maryland and Howard University. Students should be pursuing a degree in journalism, broadcasting or communications. Applicants must include URL links to 3 to 5 work samples.

How to Apply

Apply directly through The Radio Television Digital News Association's official application . Review the eligibility requirements above first, and give yourself time before the May 31, 2027 deadline.

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