Knight Science Journalism Fellowship Program 2026-27

The Knight Science Journalism Fellowship Program 2026-27 is offered by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). The fellowship is a prestigious opportunity designed to support outstanding science journalists from around the globe to explore science, technology, and the craft of journalism. Selected candidates will receive an award of up to USD 85,000 (approx. ₹75,46,513) stipend paid over 9.5 months, along with a travel and housing stipend and basic health insurance coverage.

Source: ksj.mit.edu

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is offering this opportunity.

To be eligible, an applicant must:-

• be a full-time journalist, whether on staff or freelance
• have at least three consecutive years of experience covering science, health, technology, and environmental reporting
• be a reporter, writer, editor, producer, illustrator, filmmaker, or photojournalist working for newspapers, magazines, television, radio, or digital media
• not have completed a fellowship of four months or longer during the two years before applying

Note:-

• International candidates are encouraged to apply. Selected international fellows must obtain a valid J-1 visa (and J-2 visas for dependents) from the U.S. State Department, sponsored by MIT through the International Scholars Office.
• Part-time writers or producers are not eligible in the freelance category.

The selected fellows will receive an award of USD 85,000 (approx. ₹75,46,513) stipend paid in installments over 9.5 months, along with other benefits.

Eligible applicants can apply by following these steps:-
Step 1: Click on the 'Apply Now' button below.
Step 2: Click on the 'Register' button and fill in the required registration details (Note:- If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID).
Step 3:
Step 4:

• A passport
• Academic transcripts
• Curriculum vitae(CV)
• Research Project Proposal
• Five Work Samples
• Three Professional References

Candidates will be selected based on:

• Professional excellence and accomplishment in science journalism
• Long-term commitment to the journalism craft
• Quality and feasibility of proposed research project
• Demonstrated ability to leverage MIT and Boston-area resources
• Experience covering science, health, technology, or environmental topics

Application Deadline: 9 January 2026

Question: Who is offering the  Knight Science Journalism Fellowship Program 2025-26 opportunity?
Answer: The Knight Science Journalism Program at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is offering this opportunity.

Question: How much is the fellowship worth?
Answer: The fellowship provides a USD 85,000 (approx.₹75,46,513.15)  stipend paid over 9.5 months, plus a travel and housing stipend and basic health insurance for the fellow and their family.

Question: Who is eligible for the Knight Science Journalism Academic-Year Fellowship?
Answer: Full-time science journalists with at least three consecutive years of experience covering science, health, technology, and environmental reporting. This includes reporters, writers, editors, producers, illustrators, filmmakers, and photojournalists are eligible to apply for this scholarship.

Question: What is the last date to apply for the Knight Science Journalism Academic-Year Fellowship?
Answer: The last date to apply for the scholarship is 15 Jan'25 (Tentative).

Question: What is the mode of application?
Answer: The application is online through the Knight Science Journalism Program portal at MIT.

Question: Can international candidates apply?
Answer: Yes, international candidates are encouraged to apply. Selected international fellows must obtain a J-1 visa from the U.S. State Department, sponsored by MIT.