Category: Political Science Majors

Scoville Scholarship

In International Relations Majors, Political Science Majors, Senior

– This fellowship is for graduating seniors interested in working for peace and security nonprofits in Washington D.C. The SJU application deadline is December 1, 2017 (there are two application cycles; the online application deadline is early January 2018 for Fall 2018):  http://scoville.org/

Emphasis: Academic, Research, Experiential (Peace and Security Non Profits)

Brief Description: The Herbert Scoville Jr. Peace Fellowship Program invites recent college and graduate school alumni to apply for full-time, six-to-nine month fellowships in Washington, DC. Outstanding individuals will be selected to work with nonprofit, public-interest organizations addressing peace and security issues. Applications are especially encouraged from candidates with a strong interest in these issues who have prior experience with public-interest activism or advocacy.

Eligibility: U.S. citizen, completion of a Bachelor’s degree by the start of the scholarship

Selection: The SJU application deadline is December 1, 2017 (the online application deadline is early January 2018), finalists chosen by Feb., interviews in D.C., then winners chosen. You must also apply to Oxford University.

Rangel International Affairs Fellowship

In Minority and Ethnic Students, Political Science Majors, Senior, Seniors Applying to Graduate School, Study / Teach Abroad

– For two years of graduate studies in the U.S. in areas related to the U.S. state department such as international relations (see below). Applications are due in Sept. 21, 2017:http://www.rangelprogram.org/

Emphasis: Academic, Experiential, International

Brief Description of Award: The Rangel Graduate Fellowship Program seeks to attract and prepare outstanding young people for careers as Foreign Service Officers in the U.S. Department of State. The fellowship provides support for graduate studies, domestic and overseas internships, and mentoring for careers in the Foreign Service. The Rangel Program encourages the application of members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the Foreign Service and those with financial need.

Eligibility: for college seniors interested in graduate studies in areas related to the U.S. State Department, must be a U.S. citizen, 3.2 minimum

Selection: applications are due Sept. 21st, 2017.

PPIA Fellowship Program

In International Relations Majors, Political Science Majors, Senior, Seniors Applying to Graduate School

This fellowship is for graduating seniors interested in pursuing graduate degrees in Public Policy and International Affairs: https://www.ppiaprogram.org/ppia/

Emphasis: Academic, Other (Preparation for graduate school in Public Policy, Public Administration, International Affairs or a related field)

Brief Description of Award: For nearly 35 years PPIA has been supporting students in their pursuit of graduate degrees in Public Policy and International Affairs. The PPIA Fellowship begins with the completion of a Junior Summer Institute seven week program that then leads to graduate studies in Public Policy and International Affairs.

Eligibility: Must be a U.S. a graduate senior and U.S. Citizen committed to Public Policy.

Selection: Applications due Nov. 1, 2017, notified Feb, 1, 2018.

Pickering Fellowship

In International Relations Majors, Junior, Political Science Majors, Senior, Summer Fellowship Opportunities

This fellowship is for undergraduate and graduate studies and summer internships for seniors and juniors interested in careers in the U.S. State Department. Applications are due mid-January: http://www.twc.edu/thomas-r-pickering-foreign-affairs-fellowship-program

Emphasis: Academic, Other (Career/Government Agency: Future career opportunity with government agency (DOS)

Brief Description of Award: The Pickering Fellowship is designed to develop a source of trained men and women who are dedicated to pursuing Foreign Service careers and representing America’s interests abroad. The Fellowship identifies and attracts, based on financial need, outstanding students who represent racial, ethnic, gender, social and geographic diversity and prepares them academically and professionally for a career in the U.S. Department of State Foreign Service by providing financial support, mentoring and professional development.

Eligibility: Must have a minimum 3.2 GPA. This fellowship is for juniors or seniors interested in careers in International affairs, area studies, political science, public administration, economics, and language security studies, etc. Money for studies, travel and summer internships.

Selection: Applications due mid-January, in-person interviews in April, selections end of April.

Payne International Development Fellowship

In International Relations Majors, Minority and Ethnic Students, Political Science Majors, Senior, Study / Teach Abroad

–For seniors interested in International Affairs and working in the U.S. Foreign Service

Emphasis: Academic, International (Graduate Fellowship program that seeks to attract individuals who are interested in pursuing careers in the Foreign Service of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)

Brief Description of Award: The Payne Fellowship encourages the application of members of minority groups who have historically been underrepresented in international development careers and those financial need. The fellowship is named in honor of longtime development champion, the late Congressman Donald Payne. The initiative is funded by USAID and administered by Howard University. Fellowship recipients can use the award to attend U.S. graduate programs throughout the country; they will join the USAID Foreign Service upon completion of the program, as long as they complete the requirements.

Eligibility: For U.S. Citizens interested in International Affairs or related fields. Must have a 3.2 minimum GPA.

Selection: Applications are due Mid-January, 2018. Selections are in March/April.

Luce Scholarship

In Asian Studies Majors, History Majors, International Relations Majors, Political Science Majors, Senior, Study / Teach Abroad

– For seniors leaders who are in tested in but have limited experience in Asia: http://www.hluce.org/lsprogram.aspx

Emphasis: Language, Experiential, International

Brief Description: The Luce Scholars Program is a nationally competitive fellowship program. It was launched by the Henry Luce Foundation in 1974 to enhance the understanding of Asia among potential leaders in American Society. The program provides stipends, language training, and individualized professional placement for 15-18 Luce Scholars each year, and welcomes applications from college seniors, graduate students, and young professionals in a variety of fields who have had limited exposure to Asia.

Eligibility: Must be a U.S. citizen and have completed an undergraduate degree upon start of the fellowship (Age limit of 30).

Selection:  Nominations are due by November 1st. There is a an interview in Nov. /Dec. and decisions Jan. /Feb.

James Madison Fellowship

In Political Science Majors, Senior, Seniors Applying to Graduate School

– The SJU internal deadline is Feb. 1st. The application deadline is March 1, 2018: http://www.jamesmadison.gov/

Emphasis: Academic (graduate study)

Brief Description: The James Madison Memorial Fellowship Foundation offers $24,000 James Madison Graduate Fellowships to individuals desiring to become outstanding teachers of the American Constitution at the secondary school level. Fellowship applicants compete only against other applicants from the states of their legal residence. As funding permits, the Foundation plans to offer one fellowship per state per year.

Eligibility: must have an undergraduate degree and be a U.S. Citizen, master’s degrees must focus on the Constitution

Selection:  The SJU internal deadline is Feb. 1st. The application deadline is March 1, 2018 The SJU internal deadline is Feb. 1st. The application deadline is March 1, 2018, notified in May.

James C. Gaither Junior Fellows Program

In International Relations Majors, Political Science Majors, Senior

– For seniors who have a career interest in international affairs

Emphasis: Research

Brief Description: The James C. Gaither Juniors Fellows Program at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace is designed to provide a substantive work experience for students who have a serious career interest in the area of international affairs. Students who are selected will be hired to works as employees at the Carnegie Endowment in Washington, DC on a full-time basis for a period of one year.

Eligibility: must be in last year of Bachelors’ degree or within one year of graduation, open to all students with US work eligibility

Selection:  Applications are due Jan. 15th. Candidates must be nominated by the SJU fellowships office.

Humanity In Action Fellowship

In Junior, Minority and Ethnic Students, Political Science Majors, Senior, Sociology Major, Sophomore, Study / Teach Abroad, Summer Fellowship Opportunities

– For students who have a career interest in social and political discrimination: http://www.humanityinaction.org/programs/14-humanity-in-action-fellowship

Emphasis: Experiential, International

Brief Description: The Humanity in Action Fellowship bring together international groups of Fellows to study minority rights and produce original research exploring how and why individuals and societies, past and present, have resisted intolerance and protected democratic values. Separate programs take place for five weeks every summer in Amsterdam, Berlin, Copenhagen, Sarajevo, and Warsaw

Eligibility: Must be enrolled undergraduate students (sophomores, juniors and seniors) or recent graduates

Selection:  Applications are due early January: http://www.humanityinaction.org/programs/14-humanity-in-action-fellowship). Candidates are selected in late March/early April.

Global Health Corps Fellowships

In IHS Majors, Political Science Majors, Senior, Study / Teach Abroad

– Application deadline Fall 2017 (to be determined): https://ghcorps.org/program/

Emphasis: Academic, Experiential, International

Brief Description: Global Health Corps provides a yearlong paid fellowship for young professionals from diverse backgrounds to work on the frontlines of the fight for global health equity at existing health organizations and government agencies. Fellows are currently working in Rwanda, Burundi, Uganda, Malawi, Zambia and the United States.

Eligibility: must be 30 or less, have a bachelor’s degree by summer and be proficient in English

Selection: see https://ghcorps.org/program/