McGraw Fellowship for Business Journalism

Do you have a fantastic idea for a story that will have a big impact as a journalist? The McGraw Fellowship for Business Journalism is currently accepting applications.

📝 About McGraw Fellowship for Business Journalism

The McGraw Fellowship provides editorial and financial support to journalists who need the time and resources to produce a significant investigative or enterprise story that provides fresh insight into an important business, financial, or economic topic.

Key Details

• Date Published: August 28, 2025
• Application Deadline: October 13, 2025
• Category: Fellowship, Fully Funded, Grants
• Sponsor Organization: McGraw Center in Business Journalism

This is not a residency fellowship—all McGraw Fellows work from their own offices. Applications are accepted for in-depth text, audio, and short-form video pieces, but long-form documentaries are not supported.

🎁 Benefits of McGraw Fellowship

• The Fellowship provides a grant of up to $15,000 for each project.
• The exact amount depends on the time required to complete the project and the associated expenses.
• Freelance journalists may use part of the funding as a stipend for living expenses during the Fellowship.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

• Open to anyone with at least five years of professional experience in journalism.
• Supports work by freelance journalists, as well as reporters and editors currently working at a news organization or journalism non-profit.
• Reporters and editors can apply directly in the name of their organization.

📅 Application Date and Process

Application Requirements

Applicants should submit:

1. Story Proposal:

   • A well-focused proposal of no more than three pages.
   • Highlight what’s new and significant about the story, why it matters, and its potential impact.
   • Include preliminary reporting and documentation to demonstrate the story’s validity.
   • Outline a proposed reporting plan and timeline for completing the story.
   • If you have a media outlet lined up for your story, mention it in the proposal.

2. Journalism Samples:

   • Three professionally published samples showcasing your ability to tackle an in-depth story in the proposed medium.

3. Resume:

   • Provide an up-to-date resume.

4. References:

   • No references are required at the time of application. Finalists will be asked to provide references from two editors or others familiar with their work. Freelance applicants can discuss alternatives if references are a problem.

📌 Application Deadline

October 13, 2025

🌐 Application Portal

• View details of the McGraw Fellowship for Business Journalism.
• Apply directly via the online application form.

This fellowship is a fantastic opportunity for journalists to receive funding and support for impactful investigative stories. Don't miss the chance to apply!

• Provides a grant of up to $15,000 for each project.
• Freelance journalists may use some of the funding as a stipend for living expenses during the Fellowship.