Scholarship Value: $2,000
Awards Available: 1
Lee Thornton was the first African-American woman to cover the White House for a major news network (CBS) and the first African-American host of All Things Considered on National Public Radio. She served as a faculty member at the Howard University School of Communications, earning a tenured position. Later in her career, she taught at the University of Maryland's Philip Merrill College of Journalism and served a term as the school's interim dean. She held a master’s degree from Michigan State University and a doctorate in mass communications from Northwestern University. Ms. Thornton passed away in 2013 at age 71 and endowed in her estate this scholarship in her name.
Students from the University of Maryland and Howard University will be given preference.
The recipient of the Lee Thornton Scholarship will receive $2,000 and an invitation to the RTDNA conference.
Who Can Apply
Students who will be sophomores, juniors or seniors at the time the scholarship is awarded, pursuing careers in radio, television, or digital journalism
Winners must plan on continuing their undergraduate education in the Fall semester to be eligible
Deadlines & Important Dates
October 16, 2025: Applications Open - Apply here.
November 14, 2025: Application Due Date
December 2025: Recipients Notified
March 12, 2026: Recipients Attend RTDNA's First Amendment Awards event in Washington, DC
How to Apply
- Key things to know
- Eligibility is open to students and professionals studying or working in the United States
- Students are not eligible to receive the same scholarship more than once, but can receive a Fellowship in the future
- Complete the online application form, including:
- Contact information
- Experience
- URL links to 3-5 work samples
- Links should be broadcast (television/radio) or online news pieces
- And, should be uploaded to a host site like YouTube, Vimeo, SoundCloud, etc.
- Upload supplemental materials
- Cover letter
- Discuss current and past journalism experience
- Describe how you intend to use the funds
- Discuss your choice to pursue a career in journalism
- Resume
- Letter of recommendation
- From a professor, advisor or supervisor
Individuals can apply for only one scholarship or fellowship opportunity, so please read carefully. Individuals who apply for more than one will be disqualified.
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