Funder: Spencer Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2026 (Application) | April 2026 (Notification) | May 2026 (Orientation) | August 2026 (Fellowship start)
Funding Amounts: $85,000 stipend + $7,500 project expenses (residential); $43,000 stipend + $7,500 project expenses (non-residential); tuition and fees covered for residential fellows; one academic year
Summary: Yearlong fellowship at Columbia Journalism School supporting ambitious education journalism projects through funding, mentorship, and research resources.
Key Information: Open to U.S. citizens and legal residents; both journalists and educators may apply; no academic degree required.