National Association of Black Journalists/CNN Scholarship
Verified August 14, 2026
- Amount
- $25,000
- Deadline
- March 17, 2027 214 days left
- Essay
- Required
- Min GPA
- 3.0
National Association of Black Journalists/CNN Scholarship is a $25,000 scholarship open to students nationwide. Full eligibility requirements are listed below.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicant must be a high school senior who has been accepted at an accredited college/university pursuing a career in broadcast journalism. Applicant must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and proven community involvement. Two letters of recommendation and a 1,000 word essay are required to be submitted on the following questions: Why do you want to be a journalist? What do you feel is the biggest obstacle facing African-Americans? Why do you feel you are deserving of the CNN Scholarship?
How to Apply
Apply directly through National Association of Black Journalists's official application — an essay is part of the application. Review the eligibility requirements above first, and give yourself time before the March 17, 2027 deadline.
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