PPIA SUMMER 2023 APPLICATION DEADLINE: November 15, 2023
The online application includes a multiple part, personal statement section. Complete this first before you begin the online application, then you can copy and paste into the online application form.
Personal Statement
Parts I - III are required of all applicants. Law fellows need to address an additional prompt.
Part I: Please prepare a statement of approximately 800-1,000 words, double-spaced, 12-point font that addresses the following:
- Your public service career goals
- How your background has influenced those goals – you may include family, community, education, obstacles that you have overcome and other relevant life and work experiences
- What experiences will you bring to this program that will enable your fellow participants to have a fuller understanding of your commitment to public service, cross-cultural and social issues?
Part II: Please prepare a brief statement, 500-600 words, double-spaced, 12-point font that addresses the following questions regarding your motivation for applying to PPIA and your interest in pursuing a master’s degree:
- How will participating in a PPIA Junior Summer Institute help you achieve your career goals? What specific skills do you want to gain this summer?
- Given your interest in PPIA, why do you want to pursue a master’s degree related to Public Policy or International Affairs?
Part III: Please prepare a brief statement of approximately 500-600 words, double-spaced, 12-point font about the following:
- Your experience working with diverse communities, particularly American Indian, Alaska Native, Asian, Black/African American, Hispanic or Latino, Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islanders communities.
Law Fellows: Please prepare a brief statement of approximately 500-600 words, double-spaced, 12-point font answering the following:
- Your interests for wanting to pursue joint degrees in law and public policy, what skills you would be seeking to acquire and how you will apply such skills to further your public service career goals.
To apply for the UCPPIA Law Fellowship you must select The Berkeley Law fellowship track under the Education Tab, specifically the Specialized Track section. That will allow you to view and submit the supplimental Law Fellow statement.
For all application requirements visit: https://ppiaprogram.org/page/jsi-application-requirements