The Junior Summer Institute (JSI) in the USA is offered to upcoming public policy leaders through the PPIA Fellowship. Along with lifelong membership in PPIA’s Alumni Network, this international fellowship includes a comprehensive and graduate school preparatory program. JSI Fellows will be hosted at top public policy graduate schools, including Berkeley, Carnegie Mellon, Harvard, Ford, and Princeton.

PPIA fellowship is offered to students from a variety of backgrounds. Students who complete this comprehensive seven-week program prior to their senior year will gain a greater understanding of contemporary issues and trends. They can explore diverse career options in public service and global leadership, and develop the academic competencies required to succeed in higher education.

Students attending the JSI fully funded Summer Institute fellowship in the USA will develop valuable connections with organizations, graduate schools, and like-minded individuals. After completing the summer fellowship, fellows can participate in the annual Public Service Expo to enhance professional growth and network.

Junior Summer Institute in the USA:

Host Country:

•USA

Host Institute:

•Public Policy and International Affairs Program

Program Location:

•Top Universities in the U.S

Program Duration:

•Seven weeks program

Benefits of PPIA Fellowship:

•Stipend will be provided for full participation in this program.
•Students will have a fully funded summer course at any one partner university.
•The host institute will provide relevant course material and free textbooks.
•Accommodation in the university will be provided.
•Students will get coaching and career guidance from mentors

Eligibility Criteria for Junior Summer Institute in the USA:

•Applicants must graduate between December and August.
•Applicants should be citizens and legal permanent residents of the USA.
•International students should be enrolled in a U.S based institution and pursuing their first bachelor’s degree.
•Applicants must be motivated to contribute to the current perspectives.
•Applicants should be involved in working for underrepresented communities which include African Americans, Asian Americans, Hispanics, Latino, Native Americans, Pacific Islanders, and others.
•The financial status of applicants will be considered before granting a scholarship.

Documents required for Junior Summer Institute in the USA:

•Income verification statement or official financial aid letter.
•Updated resume.
•All college transcripts.
•Recommendation letter from a supervisor.
•Two essays of 500 words.
•Passport.