William D. Clarke, Sr. Fellowship

Department Of State

Develop new Diplomatic Security talent for the Department of State’s Foreign Service at the graduate level; individuals who are dedicated to pursuing Foreign Service careers and can effectively, “respond to the complex challenges of modern diplomacy and international relations,” particularly in the vital Diplomatic Security realm. The program seeks to attract and recruit highly talented and qualified candidates to a Foreign Service career in the U.S. Department of State through a program of edu

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Helps individuals pursue a master’s degree and a career as a Diplomatic Security Service agent. Provides educational support and professional development for aspiring diplomats.

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Category
Workforce Development & Training
Organization
Department Of State

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What Is This Program?

Develop new Diplomatic Security talent for the Department of State’s Foreign Service at the graduate level; individuals who are dedicated to pursuing Foreign Service careers and can effectively, “respond to the complex challenges of modern diplomacy and international relations,” particularly in the vital Diplomatic Security realm. The program seeks to attract and recruit highly talented and qualified candidates who represent the cultural, social, ethnic, racial, gender, and geographic diversity of the United States to a Foreign Service career in the U.S. Department of State through a program of educational support and professional development.

What Benefits Are Offered?

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A two-year graduate fellowship program funded by the U.S. Department of State, supporting individuals pursuing a master’s degree and leading to a career as a Diplomatic Security Service (DSS) Special Agent in the Foreign Service.

Who Is Eligible?

Industries: law enforcement, international relations, public service

Region: U.S. citizens/nationals (implied)

Other Criteria: individuals pursuing a master’s degree, aspiring Diplomatic Security Service (DSS) Special Agent in the Foreign Service, able to pass Physical Readiness Test, meet DSS Special Agent Career Eligibility Requirements

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🏆 Detailed Application Guide

📋What Are the Application Steps & Timeline?

📝Steps to Apply
  • Visit the Clarke DS Fellowship website
  • Review eligibility requirements
  • Prepare application materials
  • Submit application online
🌐Application Portal
https://www.clarkedsfellowship.org
📤Submission Method
online

📄What Documents Are Required?

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💰What Expenses Are Eligible?

🤝Is Matching Funding Required?

📊What Are the Reporting Requirements?

How Do I Apply?

DSFellows@state.gov
(202)261-8956

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