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RTDNA Scholarships & Fellowships

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Since 1970, the RTDNA Foundation has awarded more than $1 million in scholarships and fellowships to more than 600 young journalists as part of its mission as the educational arm of RTDNA.

Recipients have gone on to enjoy careers from reporter, anchor, and news director to White House speechwriter, media regulatory attorney, and journalism educator. Several have served as RTDNA board members and many are Murrow Award winners.

Scholarships are open to college students pursuing careers in radio, television, or digital journalism. Fellowships are open to professional broadcast or digital journalists with fewer than 10 years of experience. Winners must be officially enrolled, full-time sophomores, juniors or seniors in good standing. Scholarship and fellowship winners are also asked to attend the RTDNA conference free of charge and with travel support.

Learn about all the RTDNA Scholarships and Fellowships, along with requirements and award amounts, by clicking here.

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Important Dates

January 15, 2025: Applications Close

Early Spring: Recipients are Notified

June 11-13, 2025: RTDNA25: New Orleans Conference