Overview
Scholarship type
Merit and need based
Number of scholarships to award
Multiple
Grant
Varies
Scholarship coverage
- tuition fee reduction
Description
Reporters who covered the state capital in the 1940s through the 1970s knew that the first person they needed to meet was Edward Augenstein, pressroom manager at the Capitol for 35 years. His son set up this scholarship to honor the memory and work of his father. This award is given annually.
Benefits
The scholarship amount varies.
Eligibility
- Recipient is selected on a basis of potential for success in journalism
- At least junior status by the upcoming fall semester or graduate student
- Capital News Service experience (or other similar experience)
- Academic achievement
- Financial need
Scholarship requirements
Disciplines
Journalism
Locations
United States
Nationality
Any
Study experience required
High school
Age
Unknown
Application
Application deadline
17 Jan 2027
School of Journalism scholarships are applied to a student’s university account to support a future semester of study. To apply, complete the College of Communication Arts & Sciences scholarship application.