The Knight Science Journalism Program at MIT selects 10 science journalists from around the globe for a residential academic year in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Fellows receive 87,500 dollars over 9.5 months and health insurance for themselves and their families. International candidates are encouraged to apply. Applications open on 15 November 2026 and close on 9 January 2027.
Who can apply
Nationality
KSJ selects journalists from around the globe and encourages international candidates, so Tunisian journalists can apply.
Experience
Full-time journalists with at least three consecutive years of experience covering science, health, technology or the environment.
Residence
Fellows must live in the Boston and Cambridge area for the MIT academic year, from mid-August to May.
Funding and what it does not cover
KSJ pays a stipend of 87,500 dollars over 9.5 months and health insurance for each fellow and accompanying family members.
Covered
Stipend of 87,500 dollars paid over 9.5 months
Health insurance for the fellow and accompanying family members
