Fred Walker, Jr. Journalism Scholarship
Annual scholarship established through the estate of Frederic Joseph Walker Jr. to benefit graduates of Washington High School and Washington Catholic High School.
Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Washington Catholic High School or Washington High School who plan to study journalism at Vincennes University, Vincennes, Indiana. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 (4.0 scale).
Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on financial need, academic performance, and the required essay.
Supplemental Requirements
Essay: Statement of Aspirations and Educational Goals (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages).
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.
Award Amount
$940
Application Deadline
January 19, 2026 at Midnight
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