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Applicants for Pulitzer Fellowship<\/h2>\n

Application Deadline:<\/strong> Friday, March 27, 2026, 11:59 pm EST
\nDecision:<\/strong> Early April
\nStart:<\/strong> Summer 2026<\/p>\n

Every year the Boston University School of Public Health (SPH) and the College of Communication (COM) partner with the Pulitzer Center<\/a> to offer a paid international reporting Fellowship. Two outstanding BU students will have the opportunity to travel internationally or domestically on a 2-3 week reporting trip mentored by a professional journalist.<\/p>\n

Overview<\/h3>\n

Pulitzer Center Reporting Fellows pursue independent journalism projects at the intersection of journalism and global health<\/strong>. BU Reporting Fellows<\/a> have reported from 18 countries, including China, Cuba, Ecuador, Ethiopia, Guyana, India, Japan, Namibia, Tanzania, the U.K., and the U.S.<\/p>\n

Reporting Fellows benefit from Pulitzer Center mentorship, networking opportunities, and journalism resources. Most importantly, they become part of a vibrant community. Articles, photo essays, video, audio, and interactive media produced by Reporting Fellows are featured on the Pulitzer Center website and in multiple news outlets, such as the New York Times<\/em>, Miami Herald<\/em>, Politico<\/em>, NPR, and The Guardian<\/em>.<\/p>\n

Qualifications<\/h3>\n

Open to Boston University students in COM and SPH. COM students should be enrolled in a graduate program or in their senior year.<\/p>\n

Funding Available<\/h3>\n

One student from COM and one from SPH will be selected. Approximately $5,000 will be available per student to be used toward each Fellow\u2019s reporting trip to cover transportation, lodging, and related costs.<\/p>\n

Selection Process<\/h3>\n

Applications will be vetted by faculty from COM, SPH, and the Pulitzer Center. The student must demonstrate interest in and a working knowledge of the principles of both global health and journalism. Previous international experience will be prioritized.<\/p>\n

Information Session<\/h3>\n

The Pulitzer Center will be hosting an information session<\/a> on March 9 at 10 am. Sign up or watch recordings<\/a> from previous sessions.<\/p>\n

For Further Information Contact:<\/h3>\n