George Foreman Scholarship

Awarded to a student from the University of Texas at Austin, the George Foreman Tribute to Lyndon B. Johnson recipient will receive $6,000 and an invitation to the RTDNA conference.
WHO CAN APPLY
- Must be attending the University of Texas at Austin
- Students who will be sophomores, juniors or seniors at the time the scholarship is awarded, pursuing careers in radio, television, or digital journalism
- Winners must be officially enrolled, full-time sophomores or above in good standing when scholarships are awarded in September 2021
- Students may apply for only one RTDNF scholarship, and past RTDNF scholarship winners are not eligible.

- Complete the online application form, including:
- Contact information
- Experience
- URL links to 3-5 work samples
- Work samples should be broadcast (television/radio) or online news pieces
- Work samples should be uploaded to a host site like YouTube, Vimeo, SoundCloud, etc.
- Upload the supplemental materials:
- Cover letter
- Discuss your current and past journalism experience
- Describe how you intend to use the funds
- Discuss your choice to pursue a career in journalism
- Addressed to RTDNF Scholarship Committee
- Resume
- Letter of recommendation
- From a professor, advisor, or supervisor
- Addressed to RTDNF Scholarship Committee
- Cover letter
PAST WINNERS
Congratulations to the 2020 Foreman Scholar!2019 | Jaewon Yoo | ||
2018 | Dani Matias | ||
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2016 | Avery Travis | ||
2015 | Hector Perez | ||
2014 | Alexandra Wilkins | ||
2013 | Christopher Adams | ||
2012 | Cathryn Walker | ||
2011 | Torrie Hardcastle | ||
2010 | Isaiah Rosario | ||
2009 | Xorje Olivares | ||
2008 | Emily Graves | ||
2007 | Crystal Hall | ||
2006 | Layron Livingston | ||
2005 | Hema Mullur | ||
2004 | Gabriel Gutierrez | ||
2003 | Mario Roldan | ||
2002 | Shamiso Maswoswe | ||
2001 | Laliana Velazquez | ||
2000 | Hipolito Gonzalez III | ||
1999 | Erin Kenyon | ||
1998 | Carlos Garcia |
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Frequently asked questions
Application tips and checklist
CONTACT: If you have questions about scholarships and fellowships, please contact Kate McGarrity.