Harvard Kennedy School American Service Fellowship 2025 (Fully Funded)
The Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) has announced the launch of the American Service Fellowship 2025, the largest single-year scholarship program in the school’s history. This fully funded fellowship will provide full scholarships for at least 50 American public servants and U.S. military veterans to pursue a one-year Master’s degree at Harvard Kennedy School starting in Fall 2026.
This groundbreaking initiative underscores HKS’s long-standing commitment to supporting America’s public service leaders — from veterans and law enforcement professionals to teachers, Peace Corps volunteers, and government officials.
The Harvard Kennedy School (HKS), part of Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is a world-renowned graduate school of public policy and public administration. It prepares leaders for careers in government, nonprofit, and private sectors by offering master’s and doctoral programs in areas such as public policy, public administration, international development, and political economy. Known for its distinguished faculty and global network, HKS combines rigorous academic training with practical experience, fostering skills in leadership, policy analysis, and problem-solving. The school also hosts influential research centers and initiatives addressing pressing global challenges, making it a hub for innovation in governance and public service.
The Harvard Kennedy School American Service Fellowship 2025 is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for U.S. military veterans, teachers, government employees, and civilian service leaders to pursue a fully funded Master’s degree at one of the world’s top institutions for public policy and leadership.
Degree Level
- Fellowship
Available Subjects
- All subjects
Benefits
Selected fellows will receive:
$100,000 full scholarship (covers tuition, university fees, and living stipend).
Application fee waiver (for those applying under this fellowship).
Access to world-class leadership training at Harvard Kennedy School.
Networking opportunities with peers across military, civilian, and government service sectors.
Tailored academic and leadership development support throughout the Master’s program.
Why Choose Harvard Kennedy School?
For decades, HKS has trained over 25,000 leaders in public policy and international affairs, including U.S. veterans, members of Congress, governors, educators, diplomats, and senior government officials.
With this new fellowship, HKS aims to:
Strengthen the pipeline of future public service leaders.
Encourage applications from all 50 states.
Bridge divides by bringing together professionals from diverse service backgrounds.
Eligible Nationalities
Open to US citizens only.
Eligibility Criteria
The fellowship is open to U.S. citizens who have demonstrated at least seven years of service in one of the following areas:
Military service: U.S. veterans or active-duty members.
Public service in government: Federal, state, or local government employees, including teachers and law enforcement officers.
Civilian service programs: Peace Corps, AmeriCorps, and other full-time national service initiatives.
Applicants must show:
Academic excellence
Proven leadership experience
Deep commitment to public service
Application Procedure
Application Opens: September 2025
Submit Online Application: Through the Harvard Kennedy School portal.
Required Materials: Academic transcripts, resume, statement of purpose, and letters of recommendation.
Application Fee: Waived for American Service Fellowship applicants.
Notification: Successful fellows will be informed in Spring 2026.
