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Do you consider yourself a talented young journalist? Then you’ll be excited to learn that Patrick Henry College is offering exceptional Christian journalism students the opportunity of a lifetime.
Beginning in the fall of 2008, Patrick Henry College will offer one new, four-year, full-tuition scholarship for a highly-qualified applicant to the College’s Journalism Major. This privately funded scholarship will make it more financially viable for a talented, dedicated young person to take advantage of the unique education opportunities available to Journalism students at PHC.
To be considered for this scholarship, applicants should apply through the regular application for admission form available online. Take care to study and fulfill all the basic requirements. Also note: applicants must have an SAT score of at least 1250 (on the old SAT scale) or an ACT score of 28 to be eligible for this Award.
Dr. Les Sillars
Director of the Department of Journalism Founded in 2000, Patrick Henry College is known for its Christian classical liberal arts approach and emphasis on apprenticeship methodology. This dual emphasis provides a potent foundation for journalistic excellence in a spectrum of writing, reporting, and communications disciplines.
Students who qualify for PHC’s journalism scholarship will have a strong academic record, outstanding references, and a demonstrated interest and experience in journalism, as shown by a record in high school of internships or paid positions with newspaper, magazines, news websites, or broadcast stations. Include with your application a portfolio that best exemplifies your journalistic work and experience, featuring the following components:
Required:
- A short essay describing your interest in journalism and how PHC’s journalism program would help you achieve your career goals
- Two letters of recommendation from an employer, supervisor, or mentor addressing your potential as a journalist
- A résumé focusing on journalistic experience and journalism-related skills
- A feature story or news story of at least 1,000 words (may be published or unpublished)
Optional:
- Clips of published articles
- Samples of news-related multimedia work, such as videos, podcasts, photos, or web pages (submit on CD or DVD)
To be eligible for the full-tuition scholarship, applicants must submit a completed application package and portfolio to the PHC Department of Admissions by April 1, 2008.
Read news release about the Award. |
