Goes By: PPIA
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PPIA Deadline
Saturday, November 1, 2025
Fully-funded summer program for college juniors to study at one of several Junior Summer Institutes (JSI) in areas of public service and international affairs.
The JSI curriculum includes economics, statistics, domestic/international policy issues and leadership topics, all designed to sharpen the students' quantitative, analytic and communication skills. The ultimate goal of PPIA is to prepare students for graduate school in public policy, public administration, international affairs, or a related field.
Each year, PPIA seeks out high-potential undergraduate students from universities across the country to participate in an intensive seven-week Junior Summer Institute (JSI) before their senior year. During their program, fellows are equipped with the knowledge and skills they will need to succeed in graduate school and ultimately, in influential roles serving the public good.
Once a student has successfully completed their JSI, they join an alumni network of nearly 4,000 leaders. In addition to the opportunities that this network provides for mentoring and career development, our alumni network has the opportunity to receive financial support for their graduate school education if they attend one of the programs in the Graduate School Consortium. that includes minimum of a one-time $5,000 scholarship at a PPIA graduate school if admitted for a Master's degree (PPIA Fellows often receive offers above and beyond this minimum), and a fee waiver when applying for PPIA Graduate School Consortium members.
The JSI curriculum includes economics, statistics, domestic/international policy issues and leadership topics, all designed to sharpen the students’ quantitative, analytic and communication skills. Extracurricular activities are also included as well. These skills are vital for admission into the top graduate programs in public and international affairs. The successful completion of a summer institute is a requirement for PPIA Fellows to qualify for graduate school benefits.
Students who are selected for the Junior Summer Institute cohort will study on the campus of one of three participating universities:
-Harvard Kennedy School
-Princeton University
-University of Michigan
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Covers tuition at a PPIA JSI, $1,500 stipend, housing and meal plan, books and course materials.
| Requirements | Details |
|---|---|
| Year(s) of Application | Junior |
Minimum Grade Point Average |
3.0 |
Citizenship |
No Requirements |
| Campus Nomination Required | No |
Last updated: October 13, 2025
Supports graduate study for students with a commitment to a career in public service who are poised to be change agents in their careers and in the world. Up to $30,000 for graduate study in any field for those planning a career in public service, broadly defined.
This scholarship and conference in Washington, D.C., is open to liberal arts and sciences students in their second through fourth years of undergraduate study. Scholarships will be awarded to students who have demonstrated both interest in working in the public sector and academic excellence. $5,000 and participation in a conference in Washington, D.C., for training and mentoring opportunities.
Weekends introduce students to the broad range of opportunities available in the field of public service. Fully funded weekend including travel to select institutions.