Photojournalism

Photojournalism is a particular form of journalism (the collecting, editing, and presenting of news material for publication or broadcast) that employs images in order to tell a news story. It is now usually understood to refer only to still images, but in some cases the term also refers to video used in broadcast journalism. Photojournalism is distinguished from other close branches of photography (e.g., documentary photography, social documentary photography, street photography or celebrity photography) by complying with a rigid ethical framework which demands that the work be both honest and impartial whilst telling the story in strictly journalistic terms. Photojournalists create pictures that contribute to the news media, and help communities connect with one other. Photojournalists must be well informed and knowledgeable about events happening right outside their door. They deliver news in a creative format that is not only informative, but also entertaining.

Like a writer, a photojournalist is a reporter, but he or she must often make decisions instantly and carry photographic equipment, often while exposed to significant obstacles (e.g., physical danger, weather, crowds, physical access).

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Syracuse University

Four or more years; Private not for profit; $55,920 average out-state tuition; $55,920 average in-state tuition

Ohio University-Main Campus

Four or more years; Public; $22,810 average out-state tuition; $12,840 average in-state tuition

University of Central Oklahoma

Four or more years; Public; $17,709 average out-state tuition; $6,822 average in-state tuition

Central Michigan University

Four or more years; Public; $12,644 average out-state tuition; $12,644 average in-state tuition

George Washington University

Four or more years; Private not for profit; $57,894 average out-state tuition; $57,894 average in-state tuition

Western Kentucky University

Four or more years; Public; $27,000 average out-state tuition; $10,992 average in-state tuition

Columbia College Chicago

Four or more years; Private not for profit; $26,610 average out-state tuition; $26,610 average in-state tuition

Scholarships for Photojournalism Majors

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Forever Miss America Scholarship

Miss America Pageant

$5,000 Varies See Details

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The Forever Miss America Scholarship is available to women who are contestants at the state level in the Miss America competition. You must be working towards a career in the arts or entertainment industry to be considered for this award.

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Forever Miss America Scholarship

Miss America Pageant

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$5,000

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The Forever Miss America Scholarship is available to women who are contestants at the state level in the Miss America competition. You must be working towards a career in the arts or entertainment industry to be considered for this award.

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Media Alliance of Houston Scholarship

Media Alliance of Houston

Up to $5,000 May 23, 2025 See Details

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The Media Alliance of Houston Scholarship is available to college juniors and seniors with an interest in a career in media. You must be attending a Texas public or private university and have at least one full - time semester of study remaining to be eligible for this award. Additionally, you must submit a 250-word essay explaining "How do...

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Media Alliance of Houston Scholarship

Media Alliance of Houston

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Up to $5,000

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May 23, 2025
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The Media Alliance of Houston Scholarship is available to college juniors and seniors with an interest in a career in media. You must be attending a Texas public or private university and have at least one full - time semester of study remaining to be eligible for this award. Additionally, you must submit a 250-word essay explaining "How do...

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Eye of the Eagle Wladyslaw Zachariasiewicz Memorial Journalism Scholarship

American Council for Polish Culture

$5,000 June 30, 2025 See Details

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The The Eye of the Eagle Wladyslaw Zachariasiewicz Memorial Journalism Scholarship is available to students of Polish descent and those who have a clear understanding of Polish culture and values. You must be pursing a career in journalism to be eligible for this award. Selection is based on academic merit, letters of recommendation, writing...

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Eye of the Eagle Wladyslaw Zachariasiewicz Memorial Journalism Scholarship

American Council for Polish Culture

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$5,000

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June 30, 2025
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The The Eye of the Eagle Wladyslaw Zachariasiewicz Memorial Journalism Scholarship is available to students of Polish descent and those who have a clear understanding of Polish culture and values. You must be pursing a career in journalism to be eligible for this award. Selection is based on academic merit, letters of recommendation, writing...

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Milwaukee Journal - Sentinel Minority Scholarship

University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee - College of Letters and Science

$3,500 Varies See Details

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The Milwaukee Journal - Sentinel Minority Scholarship is available to full-time juniors and seniors majoring in print journalism at the University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee. You must demonstrate financial need and have a minimum 3.0 GPA to be eligible for this award. Preference is given to minority students.

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Milwaukee Journal - Sentinel Minority Scholarship

University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee - College of Letters and Science

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$3,500

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The Milwaukee Journal - Sentinel Minority Scholarship is available to full-time juniors and seniors majoring in print journalism at the University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee. You must demonstrate financial need and have a minimum 3.0 GPA to be eligible for this award. Preference is given to minority students.

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Regional Mid-America Emmy Creative Arts Scholarship

National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences - Mid-America Chapter

Up to $3,000 April 30, 2025 See Details

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The Regional Mid-America Emmy Creative Arts Scholarship is available to high school seniors and college undergraduate students who are pursuing a career in the media industry outside of the newsroom. You must reside in the NATAS Mid-America region to be eligible for this award.

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Regional Mid-America Emmy Creative Arts Scholarship

National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences - Mid-America Chapter

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Up to $3,000

deadline

April 30, 2025
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The Regional Mid-America Emmy Creative Arts Scholarship is available to high school seniors and college undergraduate students who are pursuing a career in the media industry outside of the newsroom. You must reside in the NATAS Mid-America region to be eligible for this award.

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Overseas Press Club Foundation Scholarship

Overseas Press Club Foundation

Up to $4,000 December 01, 2025 See Details

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The Overseas Press Club Foundation Scholarship is available to college juniors, seniors, and graduate students who are pursuing a career in international journalism. You must submit a cover letter, a resume, and a work sample to be considered for this award.

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Overseas Press Club Foundation Scholarship

Overseas Press Club Foundation

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Up to $4,000

deadline

December 01, 2025
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The Overseas Press Club Foundation Scholarship is available to college juniors, seniors, and graduate students who are pursuing a career in international journalism. You must submit a cover letter, a resume, and a work sample to be considered for this award.

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Fred Rogers Scholarship

Saint Vincent College

$2,500 Varies See Details

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The Fred Rogers Scholarship is open to entering freshmen students at Saint Vincent College who are interested in interested in pursuing careers involving children, early learning, and media for young children.

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Fred Rogers Scholarship

Saint Vincent College

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$2,500

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The Fred Rogers Scholarship is open to entering freshmen students at Saint Vincent College who are interested in interested in pursuing careers involving children, early learning, and media for young children.

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Bernard Horton Family Memorial Scholarship in Journalism

University of Wyoming - College of Arts and Sciences

$2,500 Varies See Details

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The Bernard Horton Family Memorial Scholarship in Journalism is available to juniors majoring in journalism at the University of Wyoming. You must have a minimum 3.0 GPA in journalism and a minimum 2.5 GPA overall. You must also participate in activities outside of the classroom and demonstrate financial need to be eligible for this award.

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Bernard Horton Family Memorial Scholarship in Journalism

University of Wyoming - College of Arts and Sciences

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$2,500

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The Bernard Horton Family Memorial Scholarship in Journalism is available to juniors majoring in journalism at the University of Wyoming. You must have a minimum 3.0 GPA in journalism and a minimum 2.5 GPA overall. You must also participate in activities outside of the classroom and demonstrate financial need to be eligible for this award.

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Larry W. McCurdy Memorial Scholarship

Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium, Inc.

$2,500 March 31, 2025 See Details

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The Larry W. McCurdy Memorial Scholarship is available to graduating high school senior and undergraduate students. To be eligible for this award, you must be enrolled in a full-time college-level program (such as engineering, marketing, business, or related field) and plan to pursue a career in the automotive aftermarket industry.

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Larry W. McCurdy Memorial Scholarship

Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium, Inc.

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$2,500

deadline

March 31, 2025
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The Larry W. McCurdy Memorial Scholarship is available to graduating high school senior and undergraduate students. To be eligible for this award, you must be enrolled in a full-time college-level program (such as engineering, marketing, business, or related field) and plan to pursue a career in the automotive aftermarket industry.

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Talent Award- Albright College

Albright College

$2,000 Varies See Details

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The Talent Award is available to entering freshmen at Albright College who are exceptional in the areas of arts administration, creative writing, fashion and costume design, vocal and instrumental performance, journalism, music industry, music production, theater, or visual and digital art.

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Talent Award- Albright College

Albright College

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$2,000

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The Talent Award is available to entering freshmen at Albright College who are exceptional in the areas of arts administration, creative writing, fashion and costume design, vocal and instrumental performance, journalism, music industry, music production, theater, or visual and digital art.

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