The Eugene C. Pulliam Fellowship was established to enable a mid-career editorial writer or columnist to have time away from daily responsibilities for study and research. The cash award allows Pulliam Editorial Fellows to take courses, pursue independent study, travel, and pursue other endeavors that enrich their knowledge of a public interest issue. To be eligible for a Pulliam fellowship, a candidate must hold a position as a part-time or full-time editorial writer or columnist at a news publication located in the United States. Applicants must have at least three years experience as an editorial writer or columnist. Applications also are welcome from freelance opinion writers who devote a majority of their time, or derive a majority of their income, from that pursuit. Applicants must demonstrate outstanding writing and analytical abilities. They must secure assurances by the editor or publisher that the applicant will be allowed sufficient time to pursue the fellowship without jeopardizing employment. Applicants must demonstrate ability and intent to publish work within 18 months of selection. All entries must be in English. A cover letter stating the purpose and nature of the proposed study, a timeline for accomplishing the work, and a plan for how the stipend will be used must also be submitted. Five samples of editorials or columns are required. Please visit the fellowship's website for more information.