Medill Cherubs

A four-week summer journalism institute at Northwestern University's Medill School in Evanston, Illinois, for up to 90 rising high school seniors. Students study reporting, writing, and editing for print, broadcast, and online media, plus video, audio, photojournalism, and digital storytelling. Each student has an instructor-mentor who critiques work and meets one on one, students live in supervised dorms, and financial aid is available.

Offered by Northwestern University. Summer Program for high school students in Illinois, USA. Format: In-person. Cost: Paid. Grades 11–11. Deadline: 2027-03-01.

Fields: Writing, Education

Key facts

Who can apply
High school students in grade 11. It takes place in person in Illinois.
Cost
Charges tuition or a fee. Check the official page for the amount and whether financial aid is offered.
Dates
Applications open December 1, 2026 and close March 1, 2027.

Info checked October 2026.

Questions about Medill Cherubs

When do applications for Medill Cherubs open?

Applications open December 1, 2026 and close March 1, 2027.

Is Medill Cherubs free?

No. It charges tuition or a fee. Check the official page for the amount and whether financial aid is offered.

Who can apply to Medill Cherubs?

High school students in grade 11. It takes place in person in Illinois. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.

Official program page

More summer programs for high school students

Related opportunities

Browse HSO