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Batten Media Fellowships at Darden MBA: US Nationals (Merit Based)

Darden School of Business

Established in 1988 by Frank Batten, the founder of The Weather Channel and the former chairman of the Associated Press, the Batten Media Fellowships at Darden MBA aims to provide professionals with at least three years of experience in the news media with the opportunity to pursue an MBA. The program has welcomed Batten Media Fellows from renowned media outlets, such as ABC News, CNN, National Geographic, and The Washington Post. 

This fellowship allows media professionals to undertake an MBA at the University of Virginia Darden School of Business, covering full tuition and fees for both years of the program, along with a stipend for living expenses. 

Award Amount: The Batten Media Fellowships cover full tuition and fees for the duration of the Darden MBA and provide a stipend to cover living expenses.

Number of Awards: Up to three fellowships are awarded each year

Eligibility/Criteria

  • Applicants must be citizens of the United States
  • Open to applicants for both Darden’s full-time MBA and Executive MBA programs
  • A minimum of three years of experience in the news media
  • Applicants should be full-time employees of news media organizations, including but not limited to newspapers, radio and television stations, magazines, electronic media outlets, the Associated Press, and select other media organizations
  • Complete a Batten Media Fellows application obtained through the Darden Office of Financial Aid
  • The selection process prioritizes candidates with potential for leadership and a commitment to enhancing the media's contributions to societal and economic well-being
  • Additional Information: Prospective applicants can obtain the Batten Media Fellows application through the Darden Office of Financial Aid

Essay: NA

Deadline: The application for the Batten Media Fellowships is to be acquired through the Darden Office of Financial Aid upon the successful completion of the MBA application process.

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