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Are you an undergraduate student interested in making a positive change in the world? Do you receive need-based financial aid?

Learn about the PPIA (Public Policy and International Affairs Fellowship) Program. This opportunity is for juniors with strong interests in pursuing careers in international affairs or domestic public policy.

This all-expenses-paid program for summer 2027 includes courses (with transferable credit), a full range of extracurricular activities, and career-development support, travel & room and board, and more.

Important: This program focuses on students receiving need-based financial aid (demonstrated by FAFSA).

Eligibility: PPIA is open to juniors (graduation dates between December 2027 and August 2028) who are U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or DACA recipients; minimum GPA of 3.0 recommended.  

Deadline: November 6, 2026

Virtual Information Session hosted by PPIA on Wednesday, September 23, 6:00 - 7:00 pm: Register here.

Can't attend?  The National Scholarships Office is hosting hosting two information sessions:

 

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PiA fellowships are one- or two-year immersive work placements at host organizations in Asia.

In the Class of 2026, Fellows have been placed in China, Cambodia, Indonesia, Japan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Mongolia, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Vietnam.

PiA Fellows develop skills and contribute to the work of host organizations in diverse focus areas.

  • Arts and Culture
  • Economic Development
  • Education
  • Environmental Sustainability
  • Peace, Justice, and Access to Information
  • Public Health
  • Sports
  • Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM)

Egilibility:

The primary prerequisite for a PiA fellowship is a bachelor’s degree. Some positions may require additional work experience or credentials. We do accept candidates with master’s degrees, but not those with terminal or professional degrees (Ph.D, M.D., or J.D.). 

PiA applicants are generally college seniors or recent college graduates. Graduates of any college or university are eligible to apply for a PiA fellowship. There is no age limit for applying to  PiA.

Webinars:

All applicants are invited to attend Zoom webinars led by PiA staff throughout the fall. These sessions include general information about the program, what to expect in the application cycle, and time for Q&A. Register using the links below. 

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