The 2008 scholarship application period is open now through Midnight (Central time), March 31, 2008. Click the link to the application form, or right click on the link and "save as." Once you have completed the form and have required information, attach everything to an e-mail and send it to academy@rab.com. Or you may fax everything to 972-753-6727.
If you have questions, contact RAB Member Response, member_response@rab.com or 1-800-232-3131.
What is the RAB/BMI FastStart Scholarship Program?
Recognizing that today's Academy graduates are tomorrow's industry leaders, RAB, together with industry partners at BMI, are pleased to announce a special scholarship program designed to foster the success of minorities in Radio sales. The program is called the FastStart Minority Scholarship Program.
Scholarship recipients may choose to attend either a two-and-a-half-day Radio Training Academy program in the RAB Dallas classroom, or an extension program. Extension programs are conducted in cities around the U.S. Please see the Training Academy Calendar on www.RAB.com for available classes and dates.
IMPORTANT: Completed applications must be received by Midnight, Monday, March 31, 2008. Attach your application form and letter of recommendation to an e-mail and send to academy@rab.com or fax to 972-753-6727.
Who Should Apply?
FastStart is a needs-based scholarship focused specifically on minority communities. There is no minimum requirement for ethnicity, although you will be asked to volunteer affiliation with a specific ethnic population.
Nominations are chosen by a selection committee, taking into account ALL information provided in a given application.
How Are Candidates Selected?
The official selection committee is comprised of members of the broadcasting community with credentials and/or interest in the ethnic and cultural diversity of the broadcasting industry.
This selection committee will review all program submissions and select 25 candidates to receive scholarship funds to be used by December 31, 2008.
What is My Financial Responsibility?
You are responsible for travel, lodging, and all related expenses for the duration of your stay in Dallas or other city where RAB's Radio Training Academy is being conducted. BMI is underwriting the entire cost of tuition.
What is the RAB Training Academy?
The RAB Radio Training Academy provides intense in-person training in real-world skills to Radio salespeople, allowing them to accelerate their early progress and to build a strong foundation for long-term success in the Radio industry.
If you still have questions, please call us at 1-800-232-3131.
