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Leonard M. Perryman Communications Scholarship for Racial Ethnic Minorities 2026

Awarded by United Methodist Church

Scholarship Details

Eligible Degrees

Bachelors

Funding Type

Full Funding · USD 2,500

Eligible Courses

Religion, Journalism

Eligible Nationalities

Open to the US nationals

Can Be Taken At

Institutions in the USA

Provider

United Methodist Church

Last Verified On

16 Mar 2026 by WeMakeScholars Scholarship Team

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Overview

The Leonard M. Perryman Communications Scholarship for Racial Ethnic Minority Students offers a $2,500 award for undergraduate studies in religion journalism or mass communications. Named in honor of Leonard M. Perryman, a dedicated journalist for The United Methodist Church, the scholarship supports United Methodist undergraduates aspiring to pursue careers in religion journalism at accredited U.S. institutions. Aimed at promoting excellence, the Perryman Scholarship encourages students to advance their studies in communication, including electronic and print journalism. The scholarship is granted to the most outstanding overall candidate.

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Candidates should be ethnic minority students affiliated with the United Methodist Church, currently enrolled at the junior or senior level in the journalism or communications department of a recognized college or university in the United States.
  • Applicants are judged on five criteria :
    • Christian commitment and involvement in the life of the United Methodist Church
    • Academic achievement as revealed by transcripts, grade point averages, and the required letters of reference
    • Journalistic experience and/or evidence of journalistic talent
    • Clarity of purpose in plans and goals for the future
    • Potential professional ability as a religious journalist

Value of the award: $2,500

Application: Applications are due on March 15 of each calendar year.

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  • The deadline of Leonard M. Perryman Communications Scholarship for Racial Ethnic Minorities 2026 is Expired.
  • Leonard M. Perryman Communications Scholarship for Racial Ethnic Minorities 2026 is offered to Bachelors degree.
  • Leonard M. Perryman Communications Scholarship for Racial Ethnic Minorities 2026 is offered for Religion, Journalism.
  • Leonard M. Perryman Communications Scholarship for Racial Ethnic Minorities 2026 is open for: Open to the US nationals.
  • Leonard M. Perryman Communications Scholarship for Racial Ethnic Minorities 2026 is offered by United Methodist Church.
  • Leonard M. Perryman Communications Scholarship for Racial Ethnic Minorities 2026 covers Full Funding, USD 2,500.