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Pete Wilson Journalism Scholarship (Private Aid)

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$2,000
Deadline
January 15, 2026
305 Days Left
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The Pete Wilson Scholarship was established to honor the late Pete Wilson, a San Francisco television and radio journalist. The scholarship is granted to a graduate journalism student from the San Francisco Bay area or attending a college or university in the Bay Area who shares Wilson's commitment to ethical, responsible journalism. The Pete Wilson Scholarship is open to both undergraduates and graduate applicants. The recipient of the Pete Wilson Journalism Scholarship will receive $2,000 and an invitation to the RTDNA conference. Applicants must submit URL links to 3-5 work samples. A letter of recommendation from a professor, advisor, or supervisor must also be submitted. A cover letter discussing your current and past journalism experience, how you will use the funds, and your choice to pursue a career in journalism is also required. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Radio Television Digital News Association for more information.

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Minimum GPA
None specified
Ethnicity / Heritage
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Residency
California
Gender
None specified
Religious Affiliation
None specified
School Location
DC
Area of Study
Journalism
Financial Need
None specified
Scholarship Sponsor
Scholarship Sponsor
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Organization
Radio Television Digital News Association
Address
The National Press Building 529 14th Street
NW Suite 1240
Washington, DC 20045
Telephone
(202) 221-4282
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Win a $2,000 Scholarship!

1st Financial Bank USA wants to celebrate those who recognize the importance of pursuing educational and financial goals with the 1st Financial Bank USA Financial Goals Scholarship.