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Richard G. Zimmerman Scholarship

The National Press Club
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About the Scholarship

Opens: 1/1/2026
Closes: 3/16/2026

The Richard G. Zimmerman Scholarship is named for a long-time National Press Club member who died in 2008. Graduating high school seniors who plan to pursue a career in journalism are welcome to apply. Recipients are selected based on their academic excellence.

Win up to
$5,000
  • Essay Required: Yes
  • Need-Based: No
  • Merit-Based: Yes
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Requirements
  • Minimum 3.00 GPA
  • Resident of the U.S.
  • High school senior
  • Seeking a bachelor's degree
  • Studying journalism
  • Planning to pursue a career in journalism

    • Details

    Pursued Degree Level
    Bachelor's Degree
    Current Grade
    High School Senior
    Location
    • Country: US
    Intended Area of Study
    Journalism
    Minimum GPA
    3

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