Sinclair Scholarship 2026
Introduction
Sinclair is Honored to Continue to Award Scholarships to High Achieving Students Seeking Careers in Media
Since 2013, Sinclair's annual scholarship program has provided $431,414 in tuition assistance. The scholarship program aims to invest in the future of the broadcast industry by helping students complete their education and pursue careers in journalism and marketing. The Fund plans to award scholarships of up to $5,000.
Applicants must be a current college sophomore or junior at an accredited four-year undergraduate college or university in the United States. Students from anywhere in the US may apply.
The deadline for submission is April 30, 2026.
“Sinclair’s annual scholarship program reflects our commitment to investing in the next generation of media professionals and supporting students as they build the skills and experience needed for long-term success,” said Chris Ripley, President and CEO.
Additional details on the scholarship and the 2025 winners can be found on the Sinclair website.
Description
You will need to provide the following information and materials in English:
Contact information
Education information
Qualification for financial aid
Cover letter (must explain personal background, financial need, and career goals in 300 words or fewer)
Detailed answer to one of two specific questions related to fields of journalism / marketing.
Two (2) work samples (such as articles, video/audio clips, photos, personal website, or other relevant project)
Resume
Unofficial college transcript.
Qualifications
To be eligible for the Sinclair Scholarship, an applicant must be:
A U.S. citizen
A current college sophomore or junior at a four-year undergraduate college or university (scholarships will be applied to applicant’s junior or senior year, respectively)
Pursuing careers in journalism or marketing
Carrying a minimum 2.50 cumulative GPA (or its equivalent) at the time of application.
An applicant may not:
Be a full-time employee, or be related to any employee, officer or board member of Sinclair, Inc., or any of its subsidiaries (“Sinclair”).
Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, TBD., and The Nest. Sinclair’s content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation’s largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON.