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R.H. Melton First Amendment Scholarship

UVA Alumni Association
Deadline Soon

About the Scholarship

Opens: 1/7/2026
Closes: 3/15/2026

The R.H. Melton First Amendment Scholarship is offered to 2nd and 3rd-year students at the University of Virginia. Students engaged in debate, student-run journalism, or the study of politics are eligible to apply.

Win up to
$4,000
  • Essay Required: No
  • Need-Based: No
  • Merit-Based: No
  • Website
Requirements
  • Resident of the U.S.
  • Attend the University of Virginia
  • College sophomore or junior
  • Seeking a bachelor's degree fulltime
  • Studying politics **OR**
  • Participate in debate or studentrun journalism

    • Details

    Pursued Degree Level
    Bachelor's Degree
    Current Grade
    College Sophomore, College Junior
    Location
    • Country: US
    Current School
    University of Virginia
    Intended Area of Study
    Political Science and Government

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