Harold W. McGraw, Jr. Center for Business Journalism Fellowship

Are you a journalist with a great idea for a high-impact story that “Follows the Money” but lack the resources to get it done? The McGraw Fellowship for Business Journalism is here to support you.

📖 About the Fellowship

The McGraw Fellowship provides editorial and financial support to journalists who need time and resources to produce significant investigative or enterprise stories. These stories should offer fresh insights into important business, financial, or economic topics.

Key Details:

• Date Published: August 4, 2025
• Application Deadline: October 13, 2025
• Category: Fellowship

Fellowship Features:

• Open to in-depth text, audio, and short-form video projects.
• Not a residency fellowship—Fellows work from their own offices.
• Editorial supervision and assistance with story placement in established outlets.
• Stories are also published on the McGraw Center website.

🎁 Benefits

• Grant Amount: Up to $15,000 per project.
  • The exact amount depends on the time required and project expenses.
  • Freelance journalists may use part of the funding as a stipend for living expenses.

Ideal Candidate:

• Proven ability to report and execute complex projects in their proposed medium.
• Strong background or expertise in the subject of their project.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

The McGraw Fellowship for Business Journalism is open to:

• Journalists with at least five years of professional experience.
• Freelance journalists, as well as reporters and editors currently working at news organizations or journalism non-profits.
• Reporters and editors applying on behalf of their organizations.

📝 Application Process

Applicants should submit the following:

1. Story Proposal (no more than three pages):

   • A well-focused pitch similar to one submitted to an editor.
   • Highlight what’s new and significant about the story, why it matters, and its potential impact.
   • Include a proposed reporting plan and timeline.
   • Mention any media outlet lined up for the story (if applicable).

2. Journalism Samples:

   • Three professionally published works showcasing your ability to tackle in-depth stories in the proposed medium.

3. Resume:

   • An up-to-date resume is required.

4. References:

   • Not required at the time of application. Finalists will need to provide references from two editors or others familiar with their work. Freelance applicants facing challenges with references can discuss alternatives with the McGraw Center.

Additional Information:

• Applications are accepted twice a year.
• For Fall 2025 Fellowships, the deadline is October 13, 2025.
• Time-sensitive projects may be considered outside the deadline periods.

For more details, visit the Fellowship FAQ Page or explore Fellowship Stories.

📅 Application Deadline

October 13, 2025

📬 Contact Information

For questions or to discuss time-sensitive projects, contact:
Email: mcgrawcenter@journalism.cuny.edu

🌐 Application Portal

• View details of the Harold W. McGraw, Jr. Center for Business Journalism Fellowship.
• Apply via the Online Application Form.

Take this opportunity to bring your impactful story to life with the support of the McGraw Fellowship for Business Journalism!

• Grant of up to $15,000 for each project.
• Funding can be used as a stipend for living expenses during the Fellowship.