Communications scholarships - Feb '25
Updated Feb 12, 2025Apply below to the best Communications scholarships for February 2025.
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NBCUniversal Media Scholarship
Digital Communications/Media • Film • Advertising • Arts • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • Age • Juniors • Seniors
NBCUniversal Media Scholarship offers $5,000 for Latino undergraduates in media. Must be a sophomore/junior with a 3.0 GPA.
Deadline:
October 18, 2025
Student Design Competition
Architecture • Design/Visual Communications • Fashion • Game Design • Graphic Design • Interior Design • Urban Design • UX/Technical Design • Marketing • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Student Design Competition awards up to $5,000 to college students in design fields for innovative project submissions.
Deadline:
October 21, 2025
Cision Insights Fellowship
Public Relations • Business (MBA) • Communications • Advertising • Digital Communications/Media • Business Administration • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Cision Insights Fellowship awards $1,200 to students in PR, communications, or business for applied research mentorship.
Deadline:
November 3, 2025
Ric Ulrich and Chuck Pischke Scholarship
Alaska • Oregon • Idaho • Montana • Washington • Design/Visual Communications • Game Design • Graphic Design • Interior Design • Urban Design • Arts • Art History • Photography • Film • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students
Apply for the Ric Ulrich and Chuck Pischke Scholarship for visual arts and design. Open to Northwest residents. Award: $250+.
Deadline:
January 10, 2026
John Bayliss Broadcast Foundation Radio Scholarships
Radio & Television • Juniors • Seniors
Apply for the John Bayliss Broadcast Foundation Radio Scholarships for $5,000. Open to juniors and seniors in Broadcast Communications.
Deadline:
September 1, 2025
Georgia Press Educational Foundation Scholarships
Georgia • Journalism • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Georgia Press Educational Foundation Scholarships for aspiring journalists attending Georgia colleges. Award: $250+. Apply now!
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Student Journalist Impact Award
Journalism • High school
The Student Journalist Impact Award honors high school students making a difference through journalism, with a $250+ prize.
Deadline:
March 14, 2025
Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Choir San Diego Visual and Performing Arts Educational Scholarship
San Diego County • California • Music • Arts • Arts Management • Film • Fashion • Graphic Design • Photography • Studio Arts • Theatre/Performing Arts • Writing • Freshmen
Deadline:
March 20, 2025
Kansas Seed Industry Association Scholarship
Kansas • Agricultural Science • Agriculture • Education • Communications • Horticulture • High school • Freshmen • Juniors • Seniors • Sophomores • Graduate Students
The Kansas Seed Industry Association offers a $1,000 scholarship for students pursuing Agronomy in Kansas. Apply with recommendation letters.
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
Dairy Shrine McCullough Freshman Communications Scholarship
Food Sciences & Technology • Agriculture • Communications • Freshmen
The McCullough Freshman Communications Scholarship offers $1,000 for freshmen in Dairy/Animal Science or Agricultural Journalism with a 2.5 GPA.
Deadline:
April 14, 2025
Feldman Fellowship for Graduate Studies in Journalism
Journalism • Graduate Students
The Feldman Fellowship offers a $5,000 stipend for U.S. graduate journalism students. Apply with essays, samples, and recommendations.
Deadline:
April 14, 2025
Dairy Shrine / DMI Education & Communication Scholarship
Education • Communications • Public Relations • Marketing • Food & Nutrition • Food Sciences & Technology • Journalism • Juniors • Seniors
The DMI Education and Communications Scholarship offers up to $1,500 for undergraduates pursuing careers in dairy or food industries.
Deadline:
April 14, 2025
Ofield Dukes Multicultural Student Award
Journalism • Public Relations • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • For Asian students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Black and/or African American students • Seniors
The Ofield Dukes Multicultural Student Award offers $1,000 for diverse journalism and PR students with a 3.0 GPA and four recommendations.
Deadline:
April 30, 2025
IAEE Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Scholarship
Hospitality • Operations Management • Management • Public Relations • High school
Deadline:
May 1, 2025
Minority Student Scholarship
Communications • Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Healthcare-Related • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • For Asian students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Black and/or African American students • Graduate Students
The Minority Student Scholarship provides $5,000 for graduate students from racial or ethnic minorities in communication sciences.
Deadline:
May 22, 2025
HPRA-LA Scholarship Program
California • Public Relations • Communications • Marketing • Advertising • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
HPRA-LA offers $1,000 scholarships for Hispanic students in LA pursuing public relations and communications. Apply now!
Deadline:
June 2, 2025
The Charles J. Hasbrouck Memorial Scholarship
History • Conservation • Writing • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Charles J. Hasbrouck Memorial Scholarship offers $1,000 for undergraduates in historic preservation and related fields. Apply with an essay.
Deadline:
August 30, 2025
Raymond Davis Scholarship
Engineering • Computer Science • Computer Engineering • Photography • Graduate Students • Juniors • Seniors
The Raymond Davis Scholarship offers up to $1,000 for undergraduates and graduates in imaging fields. Requires an essay and two recommendation letters.
Deadline:
September 30, 2025
International Student Scholarship
Communications • Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Healthcare-Related • Seniors • Graduate Students
International Student Scholarship offers $5,000 for graduate students in communication sciences and disorders. Non-U.S. citizens eligible.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Predoctoral Fellowship For Minorities
World Studies • Communications • Psychology • Science • Foreign Languages • For Native American / American Indian students • For Black and/or African American students • For Pacific Islander students • For Asian students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • Graduate Students
The Ford Foundation offers a $27,000 Predoctoral Fellowship for minorities pursuing a Ph.D. or Sc.D. in teaching and research.
Deadline:
November 1, 2025
William R. Godfrey Scholarship
Accounting • Advertising • Agriculture • Business (MBA) • Business Administration • Economics • Finance • Hospitality • Human Resources • Management • Marketing • Operations Management • Public Relations • Restaurant/Culinary/Food Services • Sports Management • Travel & Tourism • For Asian students • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Middle Eastern students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The William R. Godfrey Scholarship awards $2,100 to minority students pursuing business at HBCUs with a 3.0 GPA. Essay required.
Deadline:
August 26, 2025
Coca-Cola First Generation Scholarship
Environmental Science • Food & Nutrition • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Health/Medical Technology • Industrial Engineering • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Materials Science • Mathematics • Mechanical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Physics • Science • STEM • Technology • Aerospace • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Astronomy • Meteorology • Aviation/Aeronautical • Biology • Chemical Engineering • Chemistry • Civil Engineering • Climate Sciences • Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Digital Communications/Media • Electrical Engineering • Electrical/Electronics • Energy • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • Freshmen
Coca-Cola First Generation Scholarship offers $5,000 to Hispanic/Latinx high school seniors attending HACU-member schools.
Deadline:
May 1, 2025
Cox Enterprises Scholarship Program
Aerospace • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Astronomy • Meteorology • Aviation/Aeronautical • Biology • Chemical Engineering • Chemistry • Civil Engineering • Climate Sciences • Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Digital Communications/Media • Electrical Engineering • Electrical/Electronics • Energy • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • Food & Nutrition • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Health/Medical Technology • Industrial Engineering • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Materials Science • Mathematics • Mechanical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Physics • Science • STEM • Technology • For Asian students • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Middle Eastern students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Cox Enterprises offers up to $5,000 scholarships for UNCF students, prioritizing STEM majors with a 2.5 GPA and financial need.
Deadline:
May 9, 2025
Adams Blumenberg STEM Scholarship
Aerospace • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Astronomy • Meteorology • Aviation/Aeronautical • Biology • Chemical Engineering • Chemistry • Civil Engineering • Climate Sciences • Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Digital Communications/Media • Electrical Engineering • Electrical/Electronics • Energy • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • Food & Nutrition • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Health/Medical Technology • Industrial Engineering • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Materials Science • Mathematics • Mechanical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Physics • Science • STEM • Technology • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Adams Blumenberg STEM Scholarship awards $4,250 to HBCU students in STEM fields with a 2.5 GPA and financial need.
Deadline:
September 16, 2025
Development Fund for Black Students in Science and Technology
Food & Nutrition • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Health/Medical Technology • Industrial Engineering • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Materials Science • Mathematics • Mechanical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Physics • Science • STEM • Technology • Aerospace • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Astronomy • Meteorology • Aviation/Aeronautical • Biology • Chemical Engineering • Chemistry • Civil Engineering • Climate Sciences • Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Digital Communications/Media • Electrical Engineering • Electrical/Electronics • Energy • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • For Black and/or African American students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The fund offers up to $3,000 for Black undergraduates in STEM at HBCUs. Apply through your school's science or engineering department.
Deadline:
June 15, 2025
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FAQ
In your personal statement for Communications scholarships, include your passion for the field, relevant experiences, career goals, and how the scholarship will help you achieve those goals. Be authentic and articulate your unique perspective.
Yes, many Communications scholarships are open to international students. However, some scholarships may have specific eligibility criteria, so it's essential to check the details for each opportunity.
Common documents required for Communications scholarships include your academic transcripts, letters of recommendation, a personal statement or essay, and sometimes a portfolio of your work in the field.
To increase your chances of winning a Communications scholarship, focus on crafting a strong application, including a compelling personal statement, obtaining strong letters of recommendation, and showcasing your relevant experiences and achievements.
Yes, you can apply for multiple Communications scholarships. In fact, applying for several scholarships can increase your chances of receiving financial aid for your studies.
While many Communications scholarships may prefer applicants with a high GPA, there are also scholarships available for students with varying academic records. It's best to review the specific requirements for each scholarship.
Eligibility criteria for Communications scholarships can vary widely but often include factors such as academic performance, field of study, financial need, and sometimes specific demographic requirements. Always check the individual scholarship details.
Yes, many Communications scholarships are legitimate and offered by reputable organizations, educational institutions, and foundations. It's important to research each scholarship to ensure its credibility.
You can find Communications scholarships on various scholarship search platforms, including Mos, which aggregates numerous scholarship opportunities tailored to your field of study.
Communications scholarships are financial awards designed to support students pursuing degrees in communications-related fields, such as journalism, public relations, media studies, and advertising. These scholarships aim to help cover tuition and other educational expenses.
When writing your application, be clear and concise, showcase your passion for communications, and provide specific examples of your achievements and experiences related to the field.
Communications scholarships typically cover tuition fees, books, and sometimes living expenses, depending on the scholarship's terms.
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