Journalism Department Offers Luke 1:3 Journalism Scholarship

Do you consider yourself a talented young journalist? Then you’ll be excited to learn that Patrick Henry College is offering exceptional Christian journalism students the opportunity of a lifetime.

Patrick Henry College is once again offering our four-year, up to full-tuition scholarship for a highly-qualified applicant to the College’s Journalism Major. This privately funded scholarship will make it more financially viable for a talented, dedicated young person to take advantage of the unique education opportunities available to Journalism students at PHC.

To be considered for this scholarship, applicants should apply through the regular application for admission form available online as well as the New Student Financial Aid Application also available online. Take care to study and fulfill all the basic requirements.

Fall 2009 Deadlines

• Regular Decision and Financial Aid:  February 1, 2009 - Application fee $20
• Luke 1:3 Journalism Scholarship: February 1, 2009

Founded in 2000, Patrick Henry College is known for its Christian classical liberal arts approach and emphasis on apprenticeship methodology. This dual emphasis provides a potent foundation for journalistic excellence in a spectrum of writing, reporting, and communications disciplines.

Students who qualify for the Luke 1:3 Journalism Scholarship will have a strong academic record, outstanding references, and a demonstrated interest and experience in journalism, as shown by a record in high school of internships or paid positions with newspaper, magazines, news websites, or broadcast stations. Include with your application a portfolio that best exemplifies your journalistic work and experience, featuring the following components:

Required:

1. SAT score of at least 1250 (Math and Critical Reading) or an ACT score of 28.
2. A short essay describing your interest in journalism and how PHC’s journalism program would help you achieve your career goals
3. Two letters of recommendation from an employer, supervisor, or mentor addressing your potential as a journalist
4. A résumé focusing on journalistic experience and journalism-related skills
5. A feature story or news story of at least 1,000 words (may be published or unpublished)

Optional:

• Clips of published articles
• Samples of news-related multimedia work, such as videos, podcasts, photos, or web pages (submit on CD or DVD)

To be eligible for the Luke 1:3 Journalism Scholarship, applicants must submit a completed application package and portfolio to the PHC Office of Admissions by February 1, 2009.

"It seemed good to me also, having had perfect understanding of all things from the very first, to write unto thee in order, most excellent Theophilus..." (Luke 1:3, KJV)