The Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) is offering its scholarship program as they seek to advance the public relations profession by nurturing generations of future professionals. The scholarship is open to PRSSA members enrolled in undergraduate public relations program. PRSSA helps you to enhance your education, broaden your network and launch your career in public relations. Three honorable awards of $5000, $1500 and $1000 will be payable to the recipient’s university for the recipient’s use, and can only be used to fund educational pursuits.
The Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) is the foremost organization for students interested in public relations and communications. We seek to advance the public relations profession by nurturing generations of future professionals.
Eligibility:
You must be a PRSSA member in your junior or senior year of college, preparing for a career in public relations to apply for this award.
How to Apply:
If you are new to this application process, sign up by entering your email address and password through the given link: https://app.wizehive.com/appform/closed/prsafoundationscholarship
Supporting Documents:
To apply for this award, submit the following materials:
- The completed application form.
- A letter of recommendation from your Faculty or Professional Adviser.
- A signed statement of 300 words or fewer that outlines your commitment to public relations and its ethical practice.
- Optional: Additional letters of recommendation from previous employers or professors.
Financial Aid and Award Money:
Awards will be presented as follows:
- First honor $5,000.
- Second honor $1,500.
- Third honor $1,000.
The award will be payable to the recipient’s university for the recipient’s use, and can only be used to fund educational pursuits.
Application Deadline:
All application materials must be posted to the electronic application portal by May 27, 2017.
Link for More Information:
http://prssa.prsa.org/scholarships_competitions/individual/plank/
