Knight Wallace Fellowships 2027 at University of Michigan

Applications for the Knight Wallace Fellowships 2027 at University of Michigan are now open from accomplished journalists all over the world who are looking to grow as journalist and leader, believing that their best work is ahead of them.

The Knight Wallace Fellowships offer accomplished journalists from all over the world who are eager for growth and deeply committed to the future of journalism two rare commodities: time and resources. These journalists get to spend an entire academic year at the University of Michigan in USA to access the resources of a world-class university and dive into a journalism project. Areas of focus can include but are not limited to sharpening professional skills, addressing a challenge facing your newsroom, digging into data and research for a long-term reporting project, or developing a journalism venture.

This Fellowship program offers 19 Fellows from all facets of journalism who are ready to take the next career step to join in Ann Arbor for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

SEE MORE: United Nations Young Professionals Program 2026

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must have a minimum of five years of experience and be currently working in some aspect of journalism for a news organization or as an independent journalist. Diverse range of journalists, including reporters, editors, data experts, visual journalists, audio producers, engagement specialists, designers, developers, entrepreneurs and organizational change agents are encouraged to apply.
If you are a U.S. citizen, apply as a U.S. applicant, even if you work in another country or for a non–U.S. journalism entity. If you are not a U.S. citizen, apply as an international applicant, even if you work in the United States or for an American journalism entity. A Green Card is not the same as citizenship.
If you are not a full-time journalist, the majority of your work should be in journalism. Consideration is not given to public relations writers, internal trade writers, lobbyists, public advocates, or those seeking a degree.

Fellowship Benefits

As a Knight Wallace Fellows, you will benefit these:

Eight-month program from late August through April of immersive study away from daily deadlines
Individual journalism projects designed to develop topical depth, gain new skills, address a newsroom challenge or explore a journalism venture
Specialized resources and access to faculty at the University of Michigan
Private seminars with newsroom leaders, change agents and world-renowned experts for candid, off-the-record conversations
Workshops to sharpen professional skills and leadership ability
International travel to bring context to the political, economic and social forces shaping news coverage
$85,000 stipend plus $5,000 for relocation expenses distributed monthly from August through April for living expenses (costs for health insurance, auditing courses, and participating in required workshops and fellowship activities paid for by Wallace House)
Individual relocation support and assistance with finding and securing housing to meet each Fellow’s housing needs
Spouses and partners are invited to participate in fellowship activities and audit university courses as well.