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Student Interviews

“I have learned so much from the U and still continue to learn, it’s truly amazing!” – Lily Girma


“MatadorU gave me not only a guide to starting my career, but honest advice on the realities of it.” – Megan Wood


“My experience so far in the U has been awesome, and everyone is very helpful” – Sumeet Lakhotia

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Advancing the careers of travel writers, travel photographers, and filmmakers.

MatadorU is an online education center from Matador Network, the world’s most-read independent travel publication, and recipient of a Lowell Thomas award for excellence in travel journalism.

Who Endorses MatadorU?

“National Geographic Traveler, the world’s most widely read travel magazine, is looking to Matador to help us find new talent–writers, photographers, videographers and multimedia reporters.”
- Keith Bellows, NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC TRAVELER

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New! Exclusive Interview Series – Watch the teaser

MatadorU presents an exclusive interview series with the staff of National Geographic Traveler. Offered ONLY to our students.

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Free Reports

Check out our free reports offering publishing leads for travel writing and travel photography. You can download them by signing up for our weekly hotlist, sending you tips and resources from the MatadorU team.

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More Reasons To Join

Check out some accomplishments of MatadorU students and what our alumni have been up to since graduating from the course. Student Accomplishments