The Kentucky Broadcasters Association – Harry Barfield Scholarship
Application for 2018-19 Academic Year
DEADLINE: April 15, 2018
To Be Considered:
1) This application must be completed in its entirety meaning ALL FIELDS ARE REQUIRED.
2) An official transcript from your College or University must be mailed directly to us (see address below).
3) A faculty recommendation must be either mailed or e-mailed directly to us (see address below).
4) Applicant must read the and accept the scholarship rules and eligibility.
APPLICATION: Your application can be completed online, with the exception of the required hard copy of your official college transcript, to be sent by regular mail. The faculty member’s recommendation may be completed either online or via hard copy/regular mail.
General Information:
This is the 27th year for the Kentucky Broadcasters Association (KBA) Harry Barfield Scholarship Awards Program. This spring, the KBA will award up to four (4) college and university students across Kentucky a $2,500 scholarship award for the 2017-18 academic year. Policy, Guidelines, and Eligibility: The scholarship application process is open to college and university students across the Commonwealth who attend institutions in Kentucky and whose primary residence is in Kentucky, and who are majoring in broadcasting/communications and have demonstrated a sincere interest in pursuing a career in broadcasting. A grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) is desired, although exceptional extracurricular activities and the faculty recommendation are also considered in the evaluation process. Preference will be given to rising juniors (current sophomores). The scholarship is renewable for a second year, provided criteria continue to be met and the student remains in good academic standing at his or her institution. |