California Journalism Awards Update: Deadline Extended
We’re extending the California Journalism Awards entry deadline by one week.
Updated Deadlines
- New deadline: February 24.
Entries submitted by February 24 will be accepted at the regular fee. Fees will not be doubled during this extension. - Final deadline: March 3.
Entries submitted between February 25 and March 3 will be charged double the price listed in the contest instructions. No entries will be accepted after March 3.
Who Can Enter
Work published by CNPA member newsrooms and freelance members in print, digital, photo, audio and multimedia formats is eligible, including professional and campus categories. Detailed rules, judging requirements, and division criteria are available in the contest instructions. Not a member and interested in the contest? Email membership@cnpa.com
Visit the contest entry portal to submit your work today and be part of California’s most prestigious journalism competition: California Journalism Awards
PROFESSIONAL
- Complete Professional Contest Instructions
- 2025 Professional Contest Categories (Includes 4 new categories!)
CAMPUS
For more information or questions about the contest rules, email the Contest Administrator at contests@cnpa.com.
