Knight Science Journalism Fellowship 2026-27: MIT's Opportunity for Global Science Reporters

1. Organizer and Program Overview
(i) Organizer: Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
(ii) Program: Knight Science Journalism Fellowship Program 2026-27
(iii) Purpose: To provide a prestigious opportunity for outstanding science journalists worldwide to deeply explore the art of science, technology, and journalism.
(iv) Duration: The fellowship is a 9.5-month residential program, running for the MIT academic year (mid-August to May).
(v) Location: Fellows must reside full-time in the Boston/Cambridge area.
(vi) Cohort Size: Approximately 10 science journalists from around the globe are selected.
2. Application Requirements and Eligibility
(i) Experience: Applicants must have a minimum of three years of continuous experience in science, health, technology, or environment-related reporting.
(ii) Status: Eligible applicants can be either staff journalists or freelance reporters.
(iii) Employment Status: Must be full-time journalists (part-time writers/producers are not eligible).
(iv) Media Types: Eligible professionals cover all media: reporters, writers, editors, producers, illustrators, filmmakers, or photojournalists.
(v) Previous Fellowships: Applicants must not have completed a fellowship of four months or longer during the two years prior to applying.
(vi) International Candidates: Encouraged to apply; selected candidates will require an MIT-sponsored J-1 visa and must verify English proficiency.
3. Financial Benefits and Compensation
(i) Stipend: Up to $85,000 (American Dollars)
(ii) Additional Benefits: Travel, housing allowance, and other benefits.
4. Program Activities and Requirements
(i) Academic Coursework: Fellows must audit at least one science course per semester at MIT, Harvard, or other local universities.
(ii) Seminars and Workshops: Participation in weekly seminars led by scientists and media professionals, as well as skills-focused workshops (e.g., data journalism).
(iii) Research Project: Fellows must develop a journalism-based research project during the year and deliver a formal presentation on it.
(iv) Outside Work: Fellows must refrain from outside paid professional work during the term of the fellowship without written permission.
4. Application Details
(i) Application Link : tinyurl.com/ytjy98bp
(ii) Application Deadline: January 09, 2026
(iii) Method: Online application