Explore the forefront of business reporting with the prestigious Stigler Center Journalists in Residence Program 2025 in Chicago, USA. This transformative program, launched in March 2017, offers a unique opportunity for international journalists to enhance their skills and shape the future of business journalism. Stigler Center Journalists.
Program Overview:
Selected participants will engage in a comprehensive 12-week program at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business in Hyde Park. The program includes:
- Auditing three specialized classes, such as “The Firm and the Non-Market Environment” with Professors Marianne Bertrand and Luigi Zingales
- Active participation in classes, completing readings and assignments
- Attendance at Stigler lectures, lunches, social events, and recommended university activities
- Signing a mutual agreement with the center outlining program guidelines and expectations
Scholarship Summary:
- Level of Study: Training
- Institution(s): University of Chicago Booth School of Business
- Study in: USA
- Opportunity Focus Areas: Political Economy
- Program Period: 12 weeks (March 11 – June 1, 2024)
- Deadline: October 15, 2023 (Applications for Spring 2024 are closed)
Scholarship Coverage:
Participants will receive:
- Reimbursement for economy-class airfare to/from Chicago and SEVIS and visa application fees
- A stipend of $12,000 to cover living expenses during the program (subject to tax withholding)
- Training in business fundamentals at Chicago Booth
- Participation in seminars, workshops, and ProMarket publication opportunities
- Collaboration with Booth faculty, students, and fellow participants
- Designated study space and a certificate of participation upon successful completion
Eligibility Criteria:
To qualify for the Stigler Center Journalists in Residence Program, applicants must:
- Be proficient in English
- Be working journalists with several years of media experience
- Hold citizenship from any country worldwide
How to Apply:
To apply, submit the following through the online application portal:
- Resume/CV
- Three published news articles (with translations if not in English)
- Personal essays (500 words max) detailing interest in the program and goals
- Two letters of recommendation
- Proof of English proficiency if required
- Links to video/audio files and English transcriptions for TV/radio journalists
Application Deadline: Visit the official website for updated deadlines and detailed application instructions.
Join a community of aspiring business journalists and immerse yourself in cutting-edge research and reporting techniques at one of the world’s leading business schools. For more information, visit the Stigler Center Journalists in Residence Program website.
