Ohio News Media Foundation Scholarships

Scholarship Sponsored by Ohio News Media Foundation

Overview
This set of scholarships supports Ohio students pursuing studies in journalism, advertising, marketing, or communications for the 2026–27 academic year. There are two separate awards: one for graduating Ohio high school seniors entering college and one for currently enrolled Ohio college students. Each award has specific eligibility requirements, minimum GPA expectations, and a distinct application process. Review each award section below to find the details relevant to your academic stage.

- Two distinct scholarships for Ohio students in journalism/communications fields
- Awards target both incoming college freshmen and current undergraduates
- Minimum GPA requirement is 2.5 for both awards
- Check the application materials for deadlines and submission instructions

High School Journalism Scholarship (for Ohio graduating seniors)
This scholarship is intended for Ohio high school graduating seniors who plan to study journalism, advertising, marketing, or communications at an accredited college or university during the 2026–27 academic year. Applicants must be Ohio high school seniors and meet the minimum academic requirement. The application form and full instructions are provided as a downloadable PDF specific to the 2026 High School Journalism Scholarship. Deadlines and any supporting-material requirements are listed in that application packet.

**Description**
A scholarship for Ohio high school seniors planning to major in journalism, advertising, marketing, or communications in 2026–27.

**Eligibility**
Open to graduating Ohio high school seniors with a minimum 2.5 GPA (C+).

**Award Value**
Not specified in the provided materials—see the downloadable application for the award amount.

**Application Timeline**
Apply for the 2026 High School Journalism Scholarship by following the instructions in the downloadable PDF; check that form for the exact deadline and submission requirements.

Key takeaways:
- For Ohio high school seniors entering college in 2026–27
- Minimum GPA 2.5 (C+)
- Application available as a downloadable PDF
- Award amount and deadlines appear on the application form

Ohio News Media Foundation University Journalism Scholarship — $1,000
This award is administered by the Ohio News Media Foundation for students already enrolled at Ohio colleges or universities who are majoring in journalism, marketing, communications, or a closely related field. Eligible applicants must be sophomores, juniors, or seniors during the 2026–27 academic year and meet the minimum GPA requirement. The scholarship supports continuing undergraduate study in fields that prepare students for careers in news media and communications. Confirm submission instructions and deadlines with the foundation or the university scholarship office.

**Description**
A $1,000 scholarship for currently enrolled Ohio college students majoring in journalism, marketing, communications, or related fields.

**Eligibility**
Open to sophomores, juniors, and seniors at Ohio colleges/universities for 2026–27 with a minimum 2.5 GPA (C+).

**Award Value**
$1,000 per recipient (as stated for the University Journalism Scholarship).

**Application Timeline**
Applicants should verify the foundation or university’s application portal for deadlines and required materials; deadlines were not included in the provided summary.

Key takeaways:
- For Ohio college sophomores, juniors, and seniors in 2026–27
- $1,000 award amount
- Minimum GPA 2.5 (C+)
- Check foundation or university sources for deadline and submission details

History of the Awards
These scholarships are part of an effort by Ohio’s news-media community to invest in the next generation of journalists and communications professionals. The programs are structured to support both students beginning their postsecondary education and those continuing undergraduate programs in relevant fields. By providing targeted financial support, the awards aim to strengthen career pipelines into journalism, advertising, marketing, and communications within Ohio. For specifics about the foundation’s mission, origin, and broader grant activity, consult the Ohio News Media Foundation’s official materials.

- Established to support Ohio students entering journalism and communications careers
- Designed to help both incoming college students and continuing undergraduates
- Administered with the goal of strengthening local news and media talent pipelines
- For full organizational history, refer to the Ohio News Media Foundation’s public resources

Where to get the application and more information
The high school application is available as a downloadable PDF for the 2026 High School Journalism Scholarship; university applicants should consult the Ohio News Media Foundation or their college scholarship office for application materials. Neither award’s deadline was specified in the summary above, so always confirm dates and submission requirements on the official application or the foundation’s website.

- Download the high school PDF application for 2026
- Visit the Ohio News Media Foundation or your university’s scholarship page for the university award
- Confirm deadlines and required documents before applying