Fully Funded: MIT KSJ Fellowships 2025

Are you a passionate science journalist looking to advance your craft? The Knight Science Journalism Fellowship 2025 at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in science, technology, and journalism while accessing the resources of top universities like MIT and Harvard.

Applications for the 2025-2026 Knight Science Journalism Fellowship are now open, providing journalists worldwide a chance to excel in their field.

What is the Knight Science Journalism Fellowship?

This prestigious fellowship supports 10 science journalists annually for a 9-month program based in Cambridge, MA. It’s designed for professionals to refine their skills, focus on a specialty, and pursue a journalism-related research project that utilizes the rich resources of MIT and the greater Boston area.

Why Apply for the KSJ Fellowship?

This program allows journalists to:

• Expand their expertise by accessing cutting-edge research and top academic courses.
• Enhance storytelling skills through workshops and seminars.
• Build a strong network of fellow journalists and experts in Cambridge.

Degree Level

Fellowship-level programs at Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

Available Subjects

The following subjects are available to study under this scholarship program.

• All Subjects

Benefits

Participants receive:

• $85,000 stipend, paid over 9.5 months
• A travel and housing allowance
• Health insurance for fellows and their families
• Enriching Fellowship Activities

The program offers a balance of structured and self-directed opportunities:

• Seminars and Workshops: Led by experts in science, technology, and media, these sessions enhance reporting skills in areas like mobile video, data journalism, and podcasting.
• Field Trips: Visit iconic research hubs like the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution and the Jackson Laboratory.
• Course Audits: Fellows can audit courses at MIT, Harvard, and nearby institutions, tailoring their learning to their interests.
• Fellows can also leverage these resources to work on long-form narratives, multimedia projects, book proposals, or build expertise in new scientific areas.

Eligible Nationalities

This fellowship is open to domestic and international students of all nationalities.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the Knight Science Journalism Fellowship, applicants must:

• Be full-time journalists (staff or freelance).
• Have at least three years of experience in science, health, technology, or environmental reporting.
• Submit five work samples and a 500-word research project proposal.
• Additionally, international applicants are welcome and will receive visa support.