ASA/AAAS Mass Media Fellowship
ASA/AAAS Mass Media Fellowship supports students and postdoctoral trainees in summer journalism placements to build reporting skills and bring a statistical perspective to public science coverage.
Funder: American Statistical Association
Due Dates: January 4, 2027 (Application deadline) | June 9–August 24, 2027 (Anticipated fellowship)
Funding Amounts: $10,000 stipend for a 10-week summer fellowship, plus travel expenses
Summary: A summer media placement helping students and postdoctoral trainees develop science journalism skills and bring a statistical perspective to public coverage.
Key Information: ASA-sponsored applicants must have substantial statistical training; a statistics degree or enrollment is preferred, not required.
Description
The ASA/AAAS Mass Media Fellowship offers a 10-week summer journalism experience through the AAAS Mass Media Science & Engineering Fellowship, with sponsorship from the American Statistical Association. Fellows work at media organizations nationwide, using their scientific training to research, write, and report stories for general audiences. ASA sponsorship emphasizes bringing a statistical perspective to science coverage.
The program aims to improve public understanding and appreciation of science and technology while strengthening connections between scientists and journalists. Fellows collaborate with media professionals at radio and television stations, newspapers, and magazines, developing skills in explaining complex scientific issues clearly and engagingly. Past ASA-sponsored fellows have worked at outlets including Slate, STAT News, NPR, Scientific American, and The News & Observer.
