Deadline: 1 March 2025
The Edward R. Murrow Press Fellowship seeks to promote the quality of responsible and discerning journalism exemplified by the work of Edward R. Murrow.
The fellow spends ten months full time in residence at CFR’s headquarters in New York. This transformational program enables the fellow to engage in sustained analysis and writing, expand their intellectual and professional horizons, and contribute to CFR’s active program of research, writing, and events.
Funding Information
- The program awards a stipend of $100,000 as well as a modest travel grant.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must be U.S. citizens.
- Applicants must have distinguished credentials in the field of journalism.
- Applicants must have covered international news as a working journalist for print, broadcast, or online media widely available in the United States.
Selection Criteria
- Selection as a Murrow Fellow is based on the following criteria:
- Professional experience as a foreign correspondent or editor
- Firm grounding in foreign policy
- Clear, creative, and original application statement
Application Requirements
- To apply, you will need to submit the following:
- Basic biographical, educational, and employment information
- A proposal on the significant foreign policy or global issue you would examine while at CFR
- Two letters of support
For more information, visit CFR.
