Amount: Up to $42,000 annually
Deadline: September (2026 - check for 2027 updates)
Level: graduate
Renewable: Yes
About
The Pickering Foreign Affairs Fellowship provides funding to prepare outstanding young people for careers in the Foreign Service. It aims to attract diverse candidates to represent the US abroad.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: US
- GPA: 3.2+
- Demographic: underrepresented groups
- US citizen
- Seeking admission to a two-year master's degree program in international affairs or public policy
- Commitment to a career in the Foreign Service
Required Materials
- Application
- Essays
- Letters of Recommendation
- Transcripts
- Financial Information
Timeline
Opens May. Due September.
Tips
Clearly articulate your passion for foreign affairs and commitment to public service. Highlight experiences that demonstrate leadership, cross-cultural communication, and problem-solving skills.