PPIA Junior Summer Institute 2027: Fully Funded Summer Fellowship at Harvard, Princeton or the University of Michigan
The Public Policy and International Affairs Junior Summer Institute 2027 is inviting eligible undergraduate students to apply for a fully funded summer programme designed to prepare emerging leaders for graduate study and public service careers.
Overview
The Public Policy and International Affairs (PPIA) Junior Summer Institute (JSI) is an intensive, fully funded summer programme for undergraduate students approaching the final year of their degree. The fellowship is designed to prepare emerging leaders for graduate study and careers in public policy, international affairs, public administration, and public service.
Selected participants will study at one of three leading institutions during the summer of 2027:
- Harvard University – Harvard Kennedy School
- Princeton University – School of Public and International Affairs
- University of Michigan – Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy
Benefits
The programme offers a comprehensive financial and professional support package to eliminate barriers to advanced study. Depending on the host institution, benefits typically include:
- Full tuition coverage
- On-campus housing and meals or a meal plan
- Books and required course materials
- A summer stipend (such as US$2,000 at Harvard Kennedy School)
- Travel assistance or reimbursement for domestic travel
- Graduate-level coursework in subjects like economics, statistics, and public policy
- Career coaching, professional guidance, and GRE preparation resources
- Access to graduate school application fee waivers, consortium scholarships, and a lifelong professional network
Eligibility
While specific requirements can vary by host university, general criteria include:
- Undergraduate junior standing at the time of application, with one or two semesters remaining after the summer programme.
- A demonstrated interest in pursuing a career connected to public service, government, international affairs, or nonprofit leadership.
- A commitment to pursuing graduate education in a relevant discipline.
- Some participating institutes require specific foundational coursework, such as college-level economics, mathematics, or statistics (e.g., Princeton's requirement).
- U.S. citizens, permanent residents, DACA recipients, and certain international students enrolled at accredited U.S. institutions may be eligible depending on the host campus rules.
How to Apply
Interested applicants must complete the application process through the official online portal. Follow these steps:
- Visit the official application portal and review the specific requirements for your preferred host institution.
- Prepare required materials, including a résumé, a multipart personal statement, unofficial academic transcripts, and two letters of recommendation.
- Complete and submit your online application before the final deadline.
Deadline
The application deadline for the PPIA Junior Summer Institute 2027 is November 6, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time.