International students can now apply for a fully financed fellowship in the United States. The MIT Knight Science Journalism (KSJ) Fellowship 2025–2026 is currently accepting applications. People of all nationalities are welcome to enrol in this esteemed 9-month program, which is offered by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Notably, results of English language proficiency tests are not needed to be submitted by applicants.
Through immersion in science, technology, and media, the fellowship seeks to give participants the chance to specialize in a scientific field and gain knowledge from some of the top research institutes in the world. During their stay at MIT, fellows will also work on a research project pertaining to journalism. With one of the greatest experiences in the US, this program provides an opportunity to discover new academic and professional horizons. Below is a summary of further information.
Host Country: U.S.A
University: Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Opportunity Type: Fellowship Program
Eligibility Country: International students
Financial coverage: Fully Funded
Eligibility Criteria:
- Applicants from all over the world are welcome.
- Eligibility: Journalists working as freelancers or full-time employees of a media company.
- Experience Requirement: Three years or more of experience reporting on science, health, technology, or the environment.
- Reporters, authors, editors, producers, illustrators, filmmakers, and photojournalists working in broadcast, digital, or print media are all acceptable roles.
- There is no application fee. Applications can be submitted for free.
- There is no need for a language test. Tests of English proficiency are not necessary.
Benefits:
- $85,000 was paid as a stipend over 9.5 months.
- Extra Assistance: Contains a stipend for lodging and travel.
- Health insurance: protection for the individual and their family.
- Field Trips: Free excursions to well-known scientific locations like Harvard Forest, Jackson Laboratory, and Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution.
- Social Activities: Contains occasions such as holiday festivities and welcoming parties.
Deadline: 15th January 2025
