The Korea Daily Education Research Institute is accepting applications for the Spring 2027 JoongAng Student Reporter (JSR) program, welcoming its 37th high school cohort and 19th middle school cohort.
Established in 2009, JSR gives students the opportunity to report on topics that matter to them and share their perspectives through English-language journalism. Participants explore school and community news, volunteer experiences, and issues in society, culture, and science while developing their critical thinking, reporting, and writing skills.
A highlight of the program is the opportunity to see their work published under their own names. Students submit articles monthly for editorial review, and selected pieces appear in The Korea Daily’s print edition, the education portal, and The Korea Daily’s English-language news website. Online articles can also be found through Google searches, allowing students to share their work with family and friends and build a personal journalism portfolio.
Participation in JSR, along with article writing and publication achievements, can be listed as extracurricular activities on college applications. Reporting consistently on subjects they care about gives students concrete examples of their curiosity, writing abilities, and engagement with their communities.
Journalism professionals at the Korea Daily Education Research Institute guide students through the writing and revision process. The program is conducted entirely online, making it accessible to students across the United States and internationally, including South Korea.
The six-month program runs from January through June 2027. Applications are due Sunday, December 13, 2026, and an online orientation will take place on Saturday, December 19, at 10 a.m.
Application Details
Program period: January–June 2027
Eligibility: Students enrolled in middle or high school during the Spring 2027 semester
Required materials: New and returning applicants must submit an application and a photo. Editor applicants must submit an application and a recommendation letter.
High school application: Apply here
Middle school application: Apply here
Application deadline: Sunday, December 13, 2026
Online orientation: Saturday, December 19, 2026, at 10 a.m.
Email: jstudentboard@gmail.com
