Journalists in Residence Program How to Apply

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The Journalists in Residence Program is a transformative learning experience for journalists from around the world who are interested in deepening their understanding of the interactions between politics and the economy.

Application

To be considered for the program, the following items must be submitted through our online application:

  • Curriculum vitae
  • Personal statements describing interest and goals for the program
  • Two letters of recommendation submitted directly by your recommenders via a separate portal link, which you will provide to them during the application process. Letters submitted by the applicant on behalf of a recommender will not be accepted.
  • Three published news articles
    If the articles are not in English, a translation should be submitted along with the original articles. For TV or radio journalists, please include links to your video/audio files in a PDF or Word document along with English transcriptions.
  • (If applicable) Proof of English Proficiency
    Non-native English speakers must submit proof of English proficiency. This is waived if the undergraduate or graduate degree was obtained in a college/university where English is the primary language of instruction.
    Examples of proof of English proficiency include: Certificates or standardized test scores (TOEFL, IELTS, SAT, ACT, Cambridge, Duolingo, etc.); English equivalency diploma or certificate awarded by accredited national education institution; Work experience in an English-speaking office; Letter from employer/manager affirming language skills.

 

Note: all application materials must be submitted via the online portal. Materials sent via e-mail, social media, or other methods will not be considered.

Dates and Deadlines

The application deadline for the Spring 2027 program is September 20, 2026 by 11:59 p.m. CT Chicago time.

Decisions will be announced by end of December 2026.

The Spring 2027 program will run tentatively March 15 – May 31, 2027.

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Contact

For questions about this application, please contact us.