Vicki Lynn Kelley Broadcast Journalism Scholarship

Brief Description

The Vicki Lynn Kelley Broadcast Journalism Scholarship was established to honor the legacy of Vicki Lynn Kelley, a renowned broadcast journalist and Illinois State University alumna. The scholarship aims to provide financial support to students who are passionate about pursuing a career in broadcast journalism.

Host Institution(s)

The scholarship is hosted by Illinois State University, a highly respected public research university located in Normal, Illinois.

Level/Field of Study

The scholarship is open to undergraduate students studying in the field of broadcast journalism.

Number of Awards

Each year, two students are awarded the Vicki Lynn Kelley Broadcast Journalism Scholarship.

Target Group

The scholarship is open to all students, regardless of their nationality or citizenship, who are pursuing a degree in broadcast journalism at Illinois State University.

Scholarship Value/Inclusions

The scholarship covers the full cost of tuition for one academic year. In addition, recipients will also receive a stipend of $1,000 for living expenses and a chance to intern at a local media outlet.

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for the scholarship,

• Applicants must be enrolled in the broadcast journalism program at Illinois State University.
• They must also have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and demonstrate exceptional skills in writing, reporting, and storytelling.

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Application Instructions

To apply for the Vicki Lynn Kelley Broadcast Journalism Scholarship, students must submit a portfolio of their work, an essay explaining their interest and passion for broadcast journalism, and their academic transcripts. In addition, they must also submit two letters of recommendation from professors or professionals in the field of journalism.

Official Website

For more information on the scholarship and its application process, please visit the official website.