Major Fellowships
Pickering Graduate Foreign Affairs Fellowships
The Pickering Fellowship seeks outstanding students in public policy, international affairs, public administration, or other academic fields who have an interest in pursuing a Foreign Service career in the U.S. Department of State. The program develops a source of trained men and women who will represent the skill needs of the Department and who are dedicated to representing America's interests abroad. Women, members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the Foreign Service, and students with financial need are encouraged to apply. Graduating seniors, and graduates who have not yet begun graduate study, are eligible to fund two-year master’s programs. Provides up to $42,000/year in aid as well as two summer internships (one domestic and one international). Minimum 3.2 GPA. Five-year service commitment to the Department of State after graduate study is complete.
Fellowship Advisor
Erin DeCuir, Assistant Director, Office of Major Fellowships
Website
Visit The Pickering Graduate Foreign Affairs Fellowships Website
Application Open Date
Late June
Application Close Date
Late September
Draft Review Deadline
Mid-September
Academic Areas
Arts and Humanities / Behavioral, Social, and Health Sciences /
Areas of Interest
Public Service / Underrepresented Populations /
When To Apply
Senior / Alumni/non-enrolled
