The Iowa Summer Journalism Workshop (ISJW) is run by the University of Iowa School of Journalism and Mass Communication, which has hosted it since 1952. The 2027 camp runs July 11–15 in Iowa City.
Each student takes one track, such as broadcast, investigative reporting, photojournalism, personal writing, sports or social media storytelling, working for five days with an educator or working professional. Campers live in Catlett Residence Hall and study in the Adler Journalism Building.
Benefits & funding
- Self-funded: 2027 tuition is $619 (double room) or $719 (single room); the program puts the actual cost at $850 per participant, with sponsors covering the gap.
- Need-based financial aid is offered; Linn County, Iowa, residents can seek a full-tuition scholarship.
- Full payment is due at registration.
Eligibility
- Students entering grades 9–12 in fall 2027, plus seniors graduating in spring 2027.
- No nationality or residence rule is published.
- The Linn County scholarship is for residents of Linn County, Iowa, only.
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Application process
- 1Register online once registration opens in January 2027, choosing a track and a room type.
- 2Registration closes June 22, 2027 (workshops and registration pages); the home page says June 21, 2027.
- 3For aid, submit the online financial aid form or the Linn County scholarship form; decisions come by May 31, 2027.
Program timeline
2026 workshop
Jul 12, 2026 to 07-16
January 2027
2027 registration opens
latest aid decisions
May 31, 2027
2027 registration closes; Jul 11, 2027 to 07-15: workshop
Jun 22, 2027