Compare the different fellowships
| Fellowship type | Location | Stipend | Other RJI funding | Other support (in-kind) | Relationship | Project type | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Residential | Columbia, Missouri (at RJI for entire period) | $10,000 / month One-time $10,000 allowance for relocation or housing | Yes Determined during the planning process | Yes Access to MU services, facilities Assistance from RJI staff | Contract with the individual to develop a tool, service or process, or complete some other kind of project | Multiple options ranging from development of new tools or products to idea exploration | 8 months (Two academic semesters) |
| Non-residential | Your current location (Work to be done from your office or home) | $20,000 Payable for eight months at $2,500 / month Some research and travel support | Yes Determined during the planning process | Yes Consulting relationship with RJI senior staff. Other staff support identified in planning process | Contract with the individual to develop a tool, service or process, or complete some other kind of project | Multiple options ranging from development of new tools or products to idea exploration | 8 months |
| Institutional | Your current location (Work to be done from your office or home) | $20,000 Payable to the company or institution in four $5,000 payments | Yes Determined during the planning process. RJI will share additional costs with institution or company | Yes Consulting relationship with RJI senior staff. Other staff support identified in planning process | Contract with the company or institution to jointly plan and complete a project | Project should involve developing something that will benefit the institution or company and the news industry, as well | 8 months |