Congressional Fellowship Program

Essay required

Specific majors

Academic

Overview

The American Political Science Association is a scholarship for students interested in political science, journalism, and communications. To qualify, you should have a demonstrated interest in Congress and public policy, and if chosen, you will have the opportunity to work as a legislative aide on Capitol Hill (pretty cool). Three professional letters of recommendation, a 500-word statement, and your CV are required to apply.

Status

Coming soon

Deadline

🗓 November 13, 2024

Paid to

🏫 Your school

Website

www.apsanet.org

What you'll need

Essay

Capture your unique story and ambitions, while writing about the required subject matter.

Short responses

Capture your potential by answering open-ended questions about yourself and your interests.

Other

This scholarship requires something a bit different!

FAQ

What is a letter of recommendation?

A letter of recommendation (letter of rec) is a letter written by someone in your life who can speak to your achievements, positive traits, and potential. It's basically a summary of why you're great and deserve the scholarship or funding you're applying for! Typically, students ask teachers, mentors, coaches, or employers (never family or friends). FYI: You have to ask someone to write a letter of rec for you.

Can I use the same letter of recommendation for multiple scholarship applications?

Yes! You can use the same letter for multiple scholarships. Make sure the letter meets each scholarship's requirements, and isn't too specific to one scholarship. Tip: You might have to ask your recommender to change the wording for different applications.

What's the difference between an official and unofficial transcript?

The main difference between an official transcript and an unofficial transcript is an official transcript can't be viewed by you, and an unofficial transcript can be viewed by you. An official transcript contains an official seal, mark, and / or signature from your school, and is sent directly to the scholarship you're applying to. An unofficial transcript contains the same information, but it will be given to you first, and then you can send or upload it to the scholarship you're applying to.