Since 1987 Fisher Broadcasting has sought to attract minority students into careers in broadcasting with annual scholarships. Fisher's interest in minority broadcasting students goes back many years and has included training programs in technical areas and on-air.

As a result of this nurturing environment, minority employees have made numerous contributions to the standards of excellence that have come to personify Fisher Broadcasting and strengthen the diversity of our workplace.

Eligibility

• You must be of non-white origin.
• You must be enrolled in a broadcast oriented curriculum.
  You must be at least a sophomore. (By fall term of scholarship year)

Enrolled In The Following Coursework:

• A broadcast curriculum leading to a baccalaureate degree at an accredited four-year college or university.
• A broadcast curriculum at an accredited community college, transferable to such a four-year baccalaureate degree program.
• A broadcast curriculum at an accredited vocational-technical school.

If you are a permanent resident of the states of Washington, Oregon, Idaho or Montana tuition may be applied to an out-of-state school. If you are not a permanent resident of the above-mentioned states, tuition must be applied to a school in Washington, Oregon, Idaho or Montana.

You must have a minumum: 2.5 cumulative GPA . You must be a citizen of the United States.

Selection Criteria

Successful applicants will be chosen on the basis of:

1. Need
2. Academic Achievement
3. Personal Qualities

Please submit the following with your application packet:

1. Copy of your college/technical school transcript.
2. Two letters of recommendation from non-family members such as an instructor or employer. At least one should be from a former instructor.
3. Written essay explaining your financial need (list scholarships, grants and loans received and applied for) your educational and career goals, involvement in school activities, and any experience or interest you have in broadcast communications that you feel qualifies you for this scholarship.
4. Estimated expense/income spreadsheet.
5. Proof of citizenship.

Application Procedure

Qualified applicants should complete and return this form with your essay, transcripts and letters of recommendation to:

MINORITY SCHOLARSHIP

FISHER BROADCASTING

100 FOURTH AVENUE N, SUITE 510

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON 98109

Award Notification

Successful applicants will be notified no later than July 30.

Screening and selection will be the responsibility of Fisher Broadcasting Company

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