The Knight Center is a professional program of the University of Maryland's Philip Merrill College of Journalism . More background on the Knight Center Go back to the top of the page. Go back to the top of the page, or continue scrolling down for application information. An application statement of up to 500 words, explaining the reasons for applying. A supervisor's strong nominating letter, which also agrees to cover travel and salary.
Freelance journalists submit a letter of recommendation from an editor.
Editors may send samples of edited work. Broadcast journalists send one audiotape or VHS videotape, under 30 minutes. Applications must be received by the deadline. Md. Four fellowships will be awarded to print and broadcast journalists. You'll work with experts at NIH s internationally renowned labs and clinics.