The Ed Bradley Journalism Fellowship at New York University’s Arthur L. Carter Journalism Institute is now accepting applications for its Summer 2026 program. The deadline to apply is March 1, 2026. This prestigious fellowship, in partnership with the Dow Jones News Fund, aims to address the under-representation of African-American males in newsrooms. However, the program welcomes all U.S. college students who support this mission, regardless of their identity or background.
Twenty selected fellows will participate in a fully funded, week-long workshop in New York City. The program covers instruction, housing, meals, and transportation, ensuring economic diversity among participants. Importantly, fellows will receive hands-on training, mentorship, and the chance to build industry contacts. If you are a U.S. college student who has completed your freshman year by Summer 2025, you are eligible to apply.
Application Deadline: March 1, 2026
Eligible Countries: United States
Program Duration: 1 week (June 8-14, 2026)
Program Location: New York University, New York City, USA
Funding/Benefits: Fully funded (instruction, housing, meals, transportation)
Award Provider: Arthur L. Carter Journalism Institute, NYU & Dow Jones News Fund
About this Program
The Ed Bradley Journalism Fellowship brings together a select group of college journalists for a one-week workshop at NYU. The program’s mission is to increase the representation of Black males in journalism, but it values the involvement of allies from all backgrounds. Fellows will engage with top journalists from leading media outlets, receive intensive training, and produce multimedia stories. As a result, participants gain valuable skills and industry connections.
Eligibility Criteria
- Open to all U.S. college students who support the program’s mission, regardless of identity or background.
- Applicants must have completed their freshman year by Summer 2025.
- Must be available to attend the full workshop in June 2026.
What Fellows Receive:
- Full coverage of program instruction, housing, meals, and transportation.
- Hands-on training from NYU faculty and visiting professionals.
- Opportunities to report and produce original multimedia stories.
- Visits to prestigious newsrooms in New York City.
- Mentorship and networking with top journalists and newsroom executives.
- Publication of original work on the program’s website and social media.
- Integration into the Dow Jones News Fund network.
Program Components
- Intensive reporting, news writing, and multimedia journalism workshops.
- Industry site visits and networking events.
- Mentorship from distinguished journalists and NYU faculty.
How to Apply
- Visit the official fellowship page to access the application form.
- Complete all required sections and submit before the deadline: March 1, 2026.
- Await notification of application status, expected in early April 2026.
👉 Visit the application webpage for details
