CRITERIA

CRITERIA

To be eligible for a Promising Scholar Award, a student must apply by Jan. 6 and meet the following criteria:

Be a first-time freshman. In addition to high school seniors, nontraditional students, especially U.S. military veterans, are encouraged to apply.

Must apply to and be admitted to the Kent Campus, and must select a JMC major.

Must complete a Promising Scholar Award application (available online at www.kent.edu/jmc).

A high school transcript.

A resume emphasizing leadership experiences.

A 750-1,000 word essay describing why they are choosing an education in journalism and mass communication.

Up to three original work samples.

One letter of recommendation.