John S. Knight Journalism Fellowships 2027-2028 ($135,000 Stipend)
Brief Description
The John S. Knight Journalism Fellowships 2027-2028 at Stanford University offer a transformative opportunity for media professionals seeking to tackle the industry’s toughest challenges. Providing a generous $135,000 stipend alongside full tuition coverage and health insurance, this prestigious nine-month program invites you to step away from your daily newsroom grind and immerse yourself in dedicated research. Whether you are an editor, producer, community builder, or publisher, these renowned paid journalism fellowships give you the time and resources to explore critical questions, test new approaches, and evolve as a purposeful, resilient leader.
Name of Host Institution
Stanford University (specifically administered through the John S. Knight Journalism Fellowships program)
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Requirements/Eligibility Criteria
- At least five years of professional experience (student work and internships do not count toward this total).
- Direct involvement in producing journalistic content in any capacity.
- Current work in operations or strategy roles within news organizations.
- Employment with an organization that supports or collaborates directly with journalists.
- Full commitment to being in residence at Stanford University from September through May.
Fellowship Benefits
As a selected JSK Fellow, you gain access to exceptional institutional resources designed to support both your professional growth and personal well-being during your time in California. You will receive a $135,000 stipend distributed across the nine-month term, complete coverage of Stanford tuition and health insurance, and a dedicated health supplement for dependents enrolled in Stanford coverage. Additionally, you receive personalized advice on finding rental housing, individual coaching, customized workshops, and lifetime access to the global JSK alumni network.
Deadline
Applications close strictly on December 2, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. Pacific time. The program does not offer extensions or accept late submissions under any circumstances.


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