The Kay Scholarship offers $3,000 to LGBTQ undergraduate and graduate students of color in the U.S. who are interested in journalism. Applicants must be members of NLGJA and demonstrate a commitment to journalism. The deadline to apply is May 20, 2026.
May 20, 2026
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$3,000
Award amount
1
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Apr 17, 2026
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Status
Upcoming
Study levels
High school senior, College freshman, College sophomore, College junior, College senior, Graduate student
Field of study
Communication and Journalism
Eligible institutions
NLGJA: The Association of LGBTQ Journalists
Payout method
Paid directly to the student
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Applications for the Kay Longcope Scholarship are open until May 20, 2026. Ensure NLGJA membership and demonstrate a commitment to journalism.
Amount: $3,000
Payout: Paid directly to the student
NLGJA: The Association of LGBTQ Journalists
The Kay Scholarship offers $3,000 to LGBTQ undergraduate and graduate students of color in the U.S. who are committed to journalism. Apply by May 20, 2026.
Information last verified Apr 17, 2026.
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