The Thomas Family Scholarship
The Thomas Family Scholarship offers $1,800 to journalism students at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, particularly those with unpaid or underpaid internships in emergent media.
Apr 15, 2026
10 days left
$1,800
Award amount
8
Requirements
Quick decision
AI insightsBest for
- Journalism students
- Undergraduate students
- Students with unpaid or underpaid internships
Key highlights
- Award amount: $1,800
- Deadline: April 15, 2026
- Eligibility includes a minimum 3.00 GPA and financial need
Why apply
- Financial support for education costs
- Encourages work in emergent media
- Recognition for academic excellence
Important checks
- Verify your eligibility against the requirements
- Check the application process on the official site
Who can apply
- Minimum 3.00 GPA
- Resident of the U.S.
- Attending the University of Massachusetts Amherst
- Undergraduate student
- Seeking a bachelor's degree
- Studying journalism
- Has an unpaid or underpaid internship in emergent media
- Demonstrate financial need
Always verify the full eligibility rules on the official source before you apply.
Quick facts
Status
open
Eligible institutions
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Payout method
Paid directly to the student
Next steps
AI guidanceA short checklist so you know what to do after reading the listing.
- Confirm every eligibility rule on the official program page.
- Prepare the listed materials (1 document type(s) detected in the catalog).
- Add the deadline to your calendar and submit before it passes.
- Apply through the official site linked above.
Application tips
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- Prepare your academic records to show GPA
- Document your internship experience
- Highlight your financial need in the application
Key requirements (8)
Program rules and conditions. Uploads and file types are listed under Required documents.
- Minimum 3.00 GPA.
- Resident of the U.S.
- Attending the University of Massachusetts Amherst.
- Undergraduate student.
- Seeking a bachelor's degree.
- Studying journalism.
- Has an unpaid or underpaid internship in emergent media.
- Demonstrate financial need.
Required documents
Materials you may need to upload or submit; check the official application for the final list.
- Financial documentation (if required)
Applying
Applications are due by April 15, 2026. Check the official site for details on how to apply.
Award & payment
Amount: $1,800
Payout: Paid directly to the student
About the provider
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Overview
This scholarship supports journalism students at UMass Amherst, focusing on those with financial need and relevant internships.
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Sponsor & application
Information last verified Apr 1, 2026.
Always confirm deadlines, requirements, and application details on the official page before you apply.