Future Administrator Scholarship

Future Administrator Scholarship

The Journalism Education Association offers a $1,500 prize to an advisor who wants to pursue a career in administration and obtain a secondary administrator’s credential or license.

Each recipient must be a current JEA member who has served as a student media adviser for at least four years.

After the winner is announced, the scholarship cheque is delivered to the student’s college or university account.

Entry Criteria

  • Each recipient must complete the application, which includes the following:
  • A 250-word essay explaining his/her desire to become a secondary administrator.
  • Not more than three (3) recommendation letters, preferably from those who have firsthand knowledge of his/her leadership skills and work with student journalists.
  • A current resume.
  • Appropriate application or other verification of enrollment in an accredited administrative program.

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Award Recognition

  • A committee of teachers and university personnel involved in journalism teacher education will make the selection.
  • Scholarships will be announced by mid-January and recognized at the Spring JEA/NSPA National High School Journalism Convention.

How to Apply

To apply for a Future Administrator Scholarship, fill out this online form.

Applications are due Dec. 15.

Recommendation letters, resume and verification of enrollment need to be in PDF format before uploading to the application form.