Application Deadline: February 15, 2026
Applications are now open for the 2026 World Press Institute Fellowship Program. Each year, WPI selects top international journalists for an immersive program that explores the US media, culture, politics, and issues of the day.
Each year, hundreds of professional journalists from around the world apply for 10 WPI fellowship slots.
The chosen finalists represent some of the best journalists in their respective countries. They are innately curious, intelligent and ambitious, and approach journalism with a deep sense of dedication and responsibility.
In a guided tour across the country – including DC, Chicago, New York City, San Francisco, and more – you will meet with and interview subject matter experts in media outlets, think tanks and advocacy organizations. You will hear firsthand accounts of new business models being tested and implemented among national and local media outlets.
Eligibility Requirements
- At least five years of full-time employment in print, broadcast or online journalism, including:
- News or editorial departments of newspapers, wire services, radio, television, websites or online publications.
- Photojournalists, editorial cartoonists, columnists and broadcast producers.
- Those who supervise journalists are eligible if they also have at least five years as a working journalist.
- Any journalism-related work completed as a university student does not count toward experience. Those who work in public relations or at organizations whose primary business is not the media are not eligible.
- Must be currently employed as a non-U.S. journalist working outside of the United States.
- Fluency in both written and spoken English.
- Potential for leadership.
Benefits
WPI pays the following program expenses:
Transportation
- Roundtrip airfare to the United States.
- Travel within the United States related to the WPI program.
Lodging
Worldpress Institute provides comfortable lodging for journalists during an immersive program.
Food
Fellows receive a modest daily allowance to purchase food.
Note: Fellows are responsible for personal expenses, such as phone, camera, postage and clothing.
For More Information:
Visit the Official Webpage of the World Press Institute Fellowship Program
