Future Journalism Teacher Scholarships

Essay required

Specific majors

Academic

Overview

The Journalism Education Association offers up to two $1,000 to students majoring in education who intend to teach scholastic journalism. To qualify, you must be a college junior, senior, or master’s degree student in a program designed to prepare him/her for teaching at the secondary school level. To apply, you'll need a 250-word essay, two recommendation letters and to answer to the three questions in the application form.

Status

Coming soon

Deadline

🗓 July 16, 2025

Paid to

🏫 Your school

Website

jea.org

What you'll need

Essay

Capture your unique story and ambitions, while writing about the required subject matter.

Short responses

Capture your potential by answering open-ended questions about yourself and your interests.

FAQ

How do I know if I meet the requirements for a scholarship?

Each scholarship has a set of requirements: specific factors that determine whether or not you're eligible to apply. You can visit the scholarship site to find this information, or fill out the Mos quiz to be automatically matched with scholarships you qualify for! FYI: the more information you share with Mos, the better scholarship matches Mos will make!

What is a letter of recommendation?

A letter of recommendation (letter of rec) is a letter written by someone in your life who can speak to your achievements, positive traits, and potential. It's basically a summary of why you're great and deserve the scholarship or funding you're applying for! Typically, students ask teachers, mentors, coaches, or employers (never family or friends). FYI: You have to ask someone to write a letter of rec for you.

How do I increase my chances of getting a scholarship?

To increase your chances of getting a scholarship, apply early, follow all application instructions, and write a great scholarship essay (if applicable)! For more help, ask a Mos advisor!

What if I don't hear back from a scholarship?

If you haven't heard back within a few weeks, reach out to the scholarship organization! Some scholarship organizations email all the applicants to let them know if they were selected or not, while others only contact the winners—it usually depends on the number of applicants. It never hurts to follow up.