World Press Institute Fellowship 2026 for International Students
Applications are now open for the World Press Institute Fellowship 2026 in the United States. Journalists from all countries are welcome to apply for this fully funded fellowship. The WPI Fellowship is designed to strengthen professional journalism skills while promoting open dialogue and the exchange of global perspectives. Through this program, fellows gain valuable experience, broaden their understanding of international issues, and enhance their reporting and analytical abilities.
Fellows will develop a deeper understanding of U.S. history, contemporary affairs, media-related challenges, and major social, economic, and political topics. The fellowship aims to broaden global perspectives and further improve participants’ expertise in journalism.
World Press Institute Fellowship 2026 Details
| Offered by: | World Press Institute |
| Duration: | 9 Weeks |
| Fellowship coverage: | Fully Funded |
| Eligible nationality: | All Nationalities |
| Award country: | United States |
| Last date: | 15 February 2026 |
Financial Benefits
- Roundtrip airfare to the United States.
- Travel within the United States related to the WPI program.
- World press Institute provides comfortable lodging for journalists during an immersive program.
- Fellows receive a modest daily allowance to purchase food.
- Note: Fellows are responsible for personal expenses, such as phone, camera, postage and clothing.
Documents Required
- Reference Letters
- Previous Work Samples
Eligibility Criteria
- Journalism Experience: Have at least five years of full-time experience in print, broadcast, or online media.
- Eligible Roles: Reporters, photojournalists, columnists, and producers can apply. Supervisors are also eligible if they have at least five years of direct journalism experience.
- Exclusions: University journalism experience does not count, and roles in public relations or non-media jobs are not eligible.
- Current Employment: Applicants must currently work as journalists outside the United States.
- Language Skills: Must be fluent in both spoken and written English.
- Leadership Potential: Show strong potential for leadership in the field.
- Work Sample Requirements in General:
- Work samples must be in English and should be published within the last two years.
- Must have a publication date.
- If not in English, must attach an English translation.
- Must be publicly accessible.
- Work Sample Requirements for Print Journalists:
- In the case of published work, writers and editors must submit the three work samples, reflecting their byline.
- Editors must submit the statement reflecting their job role in unpublished work samples.
- Photographers must submit a portfolio including 5 published work samples.
- Work Sample Requirements for Broadcast Journalists:
- Submission is to be limited to 15 minutes of programming.
- Links to work samples on YouTube, Dropbox, and broadcaster’s websites are acceptable.
- Must attach a synopsis of each work in English, indicating your role.
- Work Sample Requirements for Online Journalists:
- Submission is to be either limited to 15 minutes of programming or equivalent to three print articles.
- Share the link of your online work sample (if applicable), and highlight your role in each sample.
- Samples should indicate your role as a journalist with task ranging from gathering the data, producing the material, or editing it.
Application Deadline
The last date to apply for World Press Institute Fellowship 2026 in USA is 15th February 2026.
How to Apply for World Press Institute Fellowship?
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