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American Political Science Association (APSA) - Diversity Fellowship Program

Step-by-step instructions for creating a My APSA account and submitting an application for the APSA Mentoring Program.

DeadlineMonday, March 4, 2024; 2025 Spring Enrollment for Mentees are Closed

Award amount$500; $5000, disbursed over two years

Last checkedJun 24, 2026

Application

How to Apply - Ralph Bunche Summer Institute (RBSI)

Application instructions, eligibility criteria, and document requirements for the APSA Ralph Bunche Summer Institute program.

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Eligibility

Must be interested in pursuing scholarship on issues affecting underrepresented groups (race, ethnicity, systemic racism, gender, LGBTQ politics, disability politics, Indigenous...; Must be interested in broadening participation in political science.; Must be a college/university junior (applying in the summer of their junior year).; Must demonstrate an interest in teaching and potential for research in political science.; Must be a US citizen, US national, US permanent resident, or DACA recipient.

Requirements

Create an APSA profile.; Submit an online application.; Submit transcripts (official, unofficial, or degree audits) for each undergraduate institution attended.; Submit three letters of recommendation (one from department chair, two from others familiar with academic qualifications).

Application materials

Personal statement; Resume; List of recommenders; Transcripts; Three letters of recommendation

How to apply

Create an APSA profile.; Submit an online application through the APSA portal.; Upload all required materials (transcripts and letters of recommendation) through the online portal.

Important dates

Program dates: May 24 - June 25, 2026; Recipients announced: February 2026

Contact

diversityprograms@apsanet.org

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