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Knight-Wallace Fellowships
Merit Based
Fellowship
United States of America
Provided by Knight Foundation & University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Eligibility Criteria
- Minimum of five years of professional journalism experience.
- Applicants must be currently working in some aspect of journalism for a news organization or as an independent journalist.
- Reporters, editors, data experts, visual journalists, audio producers, engagement specialists, designers, developers, entrepreneurs, and organizational change agents.
- Must be U.S. citizens, regardless of their current location or employer.
- Non-U.S. citizens, even if working in the U.S. or for U.S.-based organizations.
- Proficiency in English is required.
Application Process
- Access the online application portal via the
- Fill out the initial application form, which includes personal information, professional experience, and preliminary project ideas.
- Upload all necessary documents as specified in the application guidelines.
- Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews and further evaluation.
- Documents Required:
- Completed application form
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Personal statement outlining the proposed journalism project
- Work samples (e.g., articles, reports, multimedia content)
- Letters of recommendation (typically two)
- Proof of English proficiency (if applicable)
Scholarship Benefits
- Stipend:
- $85,000 distributed monthly from August through April for living expenses.
- $85,000 distributed monthly from August through April for living expenses.
- Relocation Support:
- $5,000 to assist with moving expenses.
- $5,000 to assist with moving expenses.
- Additional Support:
- Health insurance coverage.
- Costs for auditing university courses.
- Participation in required workshops and fellowship activities.
- Assistance with finding and securing housing.
- Eight months, from late August through April.
- Extra Benefits:
- Access to specialized resources and faculty at the University of Michigan.
- Private seminars with newsroom leaders, change agents, and world-renowned experts.
- Workshops to enhance professional skills and leadership abilities.
- International travel to understand global political, economic, and social forces.
- Spouses and partners are invited to participate in fellowship activities and audit university courses.
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Fields of Study
Journalism
Coverage
Full Tuition Waiver + Other Expenses
Deadline
Program Deadline Applies
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Scholarship Details
TypeMerit Based
FundingFellowship
Country United States of America
Universities
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Organizations
Knight Foundation