Publication: Class Central
Topic(s): Online education, edtech, MOOCs, AI in education, Coursera, Udemy, edX, Duolingo, workforce development, learning platforms, online course guides, education technology trends
Rate: Up to $400+ per article
Deadline: No deadline
Submit Via: Email (careers@classcentral.com)
Write for Class Central
Class Central, the world’s leading search engine for online courses trusted by more than 100 million learners, is commissioning freelance writers with expertise in online education, edtech, and digital learning.
The publication is seeking deeply researched, data-driven stories that help readers understand the rapidly evolving online education industry. Writers with experience covering education technology, AI, workforce development, online learning platforms, or specialized technical fields are encouraged to pitch.
Find more information on how to write for Class Central here.
They’re currently looking for:
- Industry trends shaping online education
- Breaking news about platforms like Coursera, Udemy, edX, Duolingo, and other major providers
- Business and market analysis of online learning companies
- Comprehensive resource guides and listicles
- Best online course roundups written by subject-matter experts
Class Central also accepts articles previously published on personal blogs or websites, provided they fit its editorial standards.
Rates:
Best Courses Guides & Resource Lists: $150/article
News & Analysis: $250–$400/article
Investigative Journalism: $400+ per article
30% performance bonus for articles that exceed 10,000 views in the first month
They are not looking for personal essays, opinion pieces, tutorials, promotional content, or individual course reviews.
Your Pitch Should Include
- A brief introduction and your background
- One or two writing samples
- A story proposal (300 words or fewer)
- Your reporting plan, including sources, interviews, or research
- Why you’re the right person to write the story
- Which editorial section your idea fits
Use the subject line:
Pitch: [Your Proposed Headline]
Email your pitch to careers@classcentral.com.
Class Central aims to respond within two weeks, although only pitches matching current editorial needs receive replies.
