The Walt Disney Company

The Walt Disney Company UNCF Scholars Program

This program is designed to develop and cultivate a pipeline of talent poised to assume early-career opportunities within the media and entertainment industry. In addition to providing internship opportunities and professional development, the program provides scholarship support during students' academic journeys.

Award

Not specified

Deadline

Rolling / varies

Level

Undergraduate

Status

Rolling

FilmTelevisionHospitality ManagementJournalismMedia Production

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Application effort
Medium (essay)
Who can apply
Undergraduate students

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Who is eligible

  • Historically underrepresented rising juniors
  • Enrolled full-time at a four-year college or university
  • Preference given to students attending Historically Black Colleges or Universities (HBCUs)
  • Demonstrated unmet financial need as verified by the student's college or university of enrollment

What you'll need

  • Online application describing extracurricular activities, honors, and awards
  • Essay (500 words): Describe an interest in pursuing a career in the entertainment industry (e.g., film, television, hospitality management, journalism, media production, digital media, etc.)

How to apply

  • Complete and submit the online application including descriptions of extracurricular activities, honors, and awards.
  • Submit the required 500-word essay demonstrating an interest in entering the entertainment industry.
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Sources & verification

Official listing:
https://uncf.org/programs/the-walt-disney-company-uncf-scholars-program/pages/about-the-walt-disney-company-uncf-scholars-program
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