Fully Funded Journalists in Residence Program 2024 in USA

The Stigler Center’s mission includes efforts to enrich the public debate on matters related to the interaction between politics and the economy.

The media plays a crucial role in that effort by gathering and disseminating information on the behavior of different players in the market and uncovering potential wrongdoings.

With the aim of shaping the next generation of leaders in business reporting, we launched the Stigler Center’s Journalists in Residence Program in 2017. The program provides a transformative learning experience for journalists working in all forms of media around the world. Participants spend approximately 12 weeks on our Hyde Park campus, auditing classes, participating in Stigler Center events, collaborating with peers, and networking with the university’s scholars.

Journalists with some years of media experience, proficient English, and an interest in deepening their knowledge and understanding of political economy are encouraged to apply.

Program Features

The program offers exclusive seminars, opportunities to study with world-class faculty, and the chance to network with colleagues from around the world. Details include:

• Reimbursement for economy-class airfare to/from Chicago and SEVIS and visa application fees
• A stipend* of $14,000 to cover living expenses over the 12-week program
• Training in business fundamentals at Chicago Booth
• Participation in seminars and workshops at Chicago Booth and across the university
• An opportunity to write for the ProMarket publication
• Opportunities to collaborate with Booth faculty, students, and fellow program participants
• Designated study space
• Certificate of participation upon successful completion of program