Harvard American Service Fellowship 2026 – fully funded fellowship to Harvard Kennedy School for public servants

Harvard American Service Fellowship 2026 – fully funded fellowship to Harvard Kennedy School for public servants. Apply below.

When is Application Deadline:

• Application for Admission Available: September
• Application Deadline for HKS: Early December
• Financial Aid Application Deadline: Early January  
• Decision Notification: Mid-March 

Tell Me About Award:

The American Service Fellowship offers a full scholarship and a stipend for at least 50 students to enroll in the one-year Mid-Career Master in Public Administration at Harvard Kennedy School.  

Get Up to $100,000 Student Loan for Your Master in US or Canada.

Type:

Fellowship

Who can Apply?

The fellowship is open to public servants in the United States:

• U.S. military veterans and active-duty military  
• Federal, state, tribal, and local public employees—including public school teachers, fire fighters, and police officers
• Alumni of national service programs such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps 

This new fellowship honors your service and helps you take the next step in your public leadership journey. You will learn from world-class Harvard Kennedy School faculty members, get the best public policy education in the world, and join a powerful network of change makers from across the country—each bringing a unique story, perspective, and commitment to impact. Most of all, you’ll learn how to tackle our biggest challenges and lead our country into the future. 

Which Countries are Eligible?

Any, currently living in America

Where is the Award Taken?

Harvard Kennedy School

How Many Awards?

Not specified

What is the Benefit of Award?

Students will receive $100,000 as a part of this fellowship, which will cover tuition, fees, and an additional stipend. 

How to Apply:

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