What is the T. Howard Foundation Scott Weiss Scholarship?
- The Scott Weiss Scholarship provides T. Howard Foundation alumni currently enrolled in school with financial assistance for their academic and career pursuits. The scholarship is awarded on the basis of merit as defined by the Foundation.
Where can I find the online application?
- The online application for 2024 will open in the fall of 2024. If you are an alumnus of a T. Howard Foundation internship, you are automatically notified when the application opens.
How much is a scholarship and what can the scholarship award be used for?
- Awards are $3,500 and are intended to be used for professional development opportunities to advance an individual’s education or career. Professional development is defined as any opportunity, experience, task, project, or continued education that fosters the development of new skills and technical abilities for the advancement of one’s career. It should assist the individual in honing existing skills and learning new ones that are either suggested or required to further your intended career trajectory.
Who is eligible to apply?
- Applicants must:
- have successfully completed a THF internship
- have a minimum GPA of 2.8
- be currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited college or university
- not have served as a member of the scholarship committee within the past three years
If I receive one Scott Weiss Scholarship award, am I eligible to receive another scholarship award?
- Yes, but you can receive no more than two Scott Weiss Scholarship awards in total. You must maintain eligibility and complete the application process again in order to be considered for a second scholarship.
Is there a cost to apply for a scholarship?
- There is no fee to apply for a Scott Weiss Scholarship.
What are the important dates to keep in mind?
- Application is open each fall. All important dates are provided when the application opens.
- Generally, all applicants are notified and scholarship recipients are announced in December.
What else must I submit in addition to the online application form?
- A 500-word essay
- One-page resume
- Contact information for one recommender: academic or professional
- Unofficial transcript from your current academic institution. Graduate students are required to provide both an official undergraduate transcript and, if available, a graduate transcript
What is the process for the academic/professional recommendations?
- In the application, you will provide contact information for your recommenders.
- A link to the recommendation form will be sent directly to your recommender via email. They will be prompted to log in or create an account in order to complete the form.
- Your recommender must complete your recommendation form within five business days.
Are the scholarship awards taxable?
- Please check the IRS website to verify the taxable status of your award.
How does the Foundation make the decision regarding who receives a scholarship?
- Scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic merit (transcript), quality content and clear articulation in the essay and resume, and a demonstrated pursuit of a career in the media and entertainment industry. The Scott Weiss Scholarship has an external committee that reviews applications and makes recommendations for scholarship recipients.
When will I be notified of the decision?
- You will be notified in December whether you have been awarded a scholarship.
Will the T. Howard Foundation release any of the personal information that I submit?
- All information received is confidential and will only be reviewed by the appropriate scholarship review committee members who agree to maintain confidentiality.
Who should I contact with questions or for additional information?
- For questions, please email the Internship Program team at info@t-howard.org.
Who qualifies to be a THF alumnus?
- Anyone who has successfully completed at least one (summer, fall or spring) internship through the T. Howard Foundation.
How can I access to the THF Job Board?
- All THF alumni gain access to the job board via the THF Alumni Network portal. THF Alumni have unlimited access to the job board. Member profiles are reviewed and approved by THF staff.