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The Chronicle of Higher Education $10,000 Scholarships for Diversity in Media

The Chronicle of Higher Education believes a diverse newsroom delivers the most comprehensive and dynamic journalism. Our scholarship program is targeted at students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Minority Serving Institutions who want to enter the media industry. Read below for more details.

Questions about the process? We’re here to help. Contact us at scholarships@chronicle.com. We look forward to hearing from you.

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$10,000 scholarship Admission to The Chronicle's Summer Editorial Reporting Internship Stipend towards transportation, food and housing costs.

$10,000 scholarship Admission to The Chronicle's Summer Internship program Stipend towards transportation, food and housing costs.

Questions about the process? We’re here to help. Contact us at scholarships@chronicle.com. We look forward to hearing from you.

Scholarship Recipient Testimonials

Congratulations to the inaugural recpient of the 2022 Scholarship for Diversity in Media, Kyla Hubbard!

"I'm extremely grateful to get this opportunity from The Chronicle to continue my education with fewer financial stressors. I plan to graduate next year and pursue a career in the communications industry demonstrating my writing skills and passion for storytelling. As a recipient of The Chronicle's Diversity in Media scholarship, I am honored to be recognized as a trailblazing journalist striving to break glass ceilings and inspire others through media." - Kyla Hubbard

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2022 Recipient

Congratulations to the recipient of the 2023 Scholarship for Diversity in Media, Jasper Smith!

I was beyond elated to learn that I was selected as the recipient of the 2023 Diversity in Media Scholarship. Thanks to The Chronicle of Higher Education, I will be graduating from Howard University debt-free this spring! When I learned about this scholarship on LinkedIn, I knew immediately that I wanted to apply. As a young Black woman, it is so important to feel supported in this industry. It is an even better feeling when publications are equally as committed to creating spaces for journalists of color to thrive. Winning this scholarship allows me to focus more on my journalism, leading my school's newspaper and getting one step closer to obtaining my degree without the burden of financial hardship and tuition costs. Not only am I even more excited for my future, but I am greatly motivated to finish my last year at Howard University as strong as ever. - Jasper Smith

Jasper Smith is a current senior at Howard University where she majors in Journalism. Jasper is the current Editor-in-Chief of The Hilltop, the student newspaper of Howard University and the nation's oldest Black collegiate newspaper. She is also a current Digital Media Intern with The Arizona Republic, an HBCU Student Journalism Network Fellow and a member of the Howard University Chapter of the Association of Black Journalists. Her accomplishments include being a feature writing finalist in the SPJ Region 2 Mark of Excellence Awards.

2023 Recipient

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Congratulations to the recipient of the 2024 Diversity in Journalism Scholarship and Internship, Amelia Benavides-Colón!

I am honored to be selected as The Chronicle of Higher Education’s Diversity in Media scholarship recipient. As a student journalist in Detroit, I’ve spent the last four years immersed in the world of local news, understanding the vital role citizens play in government oversight. Through my education and experience leading Wayne State University’s student newspaper, I’ve learned firsthand the importance of strong diversity in newsrooms, and I am proud to be part of a program dedicated to making space for journalists of all backgrounds. I look forward to bringing the perspective of an inner-city Latina to The Chronicle’s newsroom this summer and expanding upon coverage of marginalized communities across the country. - Amelia Benavides-Colón

Amelia is a recent graduate of Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan. She graduated with her B.A. in Journalism with a minor in Global Studies. During her time on campus, Amelia served as Editor-in-Chief of ‘The South End’, Wayne State University’s first weekly campus newspaper. Amelia will be joining The Chronicle this summer 2024 for the editorial reporting internship program.

2024 Recipient

Congratulations to the recipient of the new 2024 Diversity in Multimedia Business Scholarship and Internship, Robert D. Hill!

What inspired me to apply for this scholarship was The Chronicle of Higher Education’s mission statement, which included “diversity,”. “One of my main goals is to give back and create successful programs for African Americans to increase the number of Black people in the media industry. This opportunity aligned with my essential goal of making the media industry diverse. This scholarship will help me throughout my education journey at Howard University by allowing me to continue gaining new opportunities that will build my character, perfect my craft in journalism, and aid me in making wise decisions about my future endeavors. - Robert D. Hill

Robert is a rising junior at Howard University in Washington, D.C, pursuing his B.A. in Broadcast Journalism. Robert has experience in several campus organizations such as the Howard University Spotlight, a news platform, serving as the editor-of-footage and livestream. He also focuses on digital content creation such as podcasts as a field reporter. Robert will be joining The Chronicle this fall 2024 for the multimedia business internship program.

2024 Recipient

Inaugural Scholarship Award 2024

Kyla Hubbard is a senior at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University, where she majors in Broadcast Journalism, and the Editor-in-Chief and Lifestyle Editor of The Famuan, an on-campus, student-led publication covering news relevant to FAMU students. In her 2022 Scholarship for Diversity in Media essay, Ms. Hubbard explains how she aims to use her journalism degree in practice, writing, “I want to expose people to the conflicts in my community in order for things to get better. I want the Black community to be highlighted in ways that show our power, strength and resilience no matter how society views us.”

Questions about the process? We’re here to help. Contact us at scholarships@chronicle.com. We look forward to hearing from you.

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The Chronicle of Higher Education Announces Winners of its 2024 Scholarships for Diversity in Media