The National Association of Black Journalists Chicago Chapter is accepting scholarship applications from students residing in the Chicagoland area or from out-of-state students enrolled in Chicagoland colleges and universities.
We are delighted to offer four scholarships to deserving students pursuing careers in Journalism and Media.
This year, we are offering the following scholarship awards:
Eugene Stanback Scholarship
Named in honor of the late ABC 7 photojournalist Eugene Stanback, this $5,000 scholarship supports students pursuing broadcast or visual journalism. It is awarded to emerging storytellers who demonstrate a commitment to excellence in television, digital video, or multimedia reporting.
Ethel Payne Memorial Scholarship
Named in honor of the legendary Chicago Defender journalist and Godmother of the Black Press, this $5,000 scholarship is awarded to a student pursuing print journalism who demonstrates strong reporting and writing skills, along with a commitment to telling impactful stories.
Chicago Blackhawks Scholarship
Made possible by the generosity of the Chicago Blackhawks Foundation, this $5,000 scholarship supports a student pursuing sports journalism who demonstrates a passion for covering athletics through insightful reporting, storytelling, and analysis.
Chicago White Sox Scholarship
Made possible by the generosity of the Chicago White Sox team, this 5,000 scholarship supports students across all journalism disciplines. This scholarship recognizes academic excellence, leadership, and a strong commitment to the field of journalism.
Scholarship Requirements:
- College/university transcript showing a minimum 3.0 GPA
- Resume
- Three work samples of your choosing
- Letter of reference
- 1000-word essay that explains the significance of a career in journalism and how the scholarship will help you in achieving your aspirations.
Please note.
Grammatical and spelling errors may lead to disqualification. Each student must select the scholarship they are applying for.
Scholarship award recipients are required to attend our holiday scholarship party in Chicago on December 10th. Alternatively, a representative may accept the award on your behalf. More details to come if selected.
The deadline for submitting your application materials is November 1, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. CT.
Please send all materials to: scholarship@nabjchicago.org