ACES Education Fund Scholarship

The ACES Education Fund Scholarship is a grant programme administered by the ACES Education Fund, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that supports and encourages editors in their education and careers. It awards multiple scholarships and fellowships annually, including named awards such as the Bill Walsh Scholarship and the Aubespin Scholarship. Awards support both undergraduate and graduate students pursuing editing, as well as early- and mid-career professionals through diversity fellowships and a Mentor Award for experienced journalism professionals.

$3,500 scholarship award; opportunity-specific fellowships and mentor recognition; six scholarships awarded each year.

Open to undergraduate and graduate students pursuing a passion for editing for the scholarships; Diversity Fellowships open to early- and mid-career professionals in editing and communication; Mentor Award recognizes experienced journalism professionals who demonstrate mentorship.

Review programme details on the ACES Education Fund website, complete the online application form during the open window, provide required materials such as transcripts, recommendations or essays (requirements vary), and submit materials online by the stated deadline.