US STATE DEPT CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: WILLIAM D. CLARKE, SR. DIPLOMATIC SECURITY FELLOWSHIP

The William D. Clarke, Sr. Diplomatic Security Fellowship, funded by the U.S. Department of State, is a path to a career in the Foreign Service as a Diplomatic Security Service (DSS) Special Agent. If you plan to enter a master’s degree program in fall 2025 and love the idea of pursuing a career protecting diplomacy and making a difference in the world, the Clarke DS Fellowship may be the perfect opportunity for you.

This unique two-year fellowship prepares you to enter the Foreign Service as a DSS Special Agent by providing:

  • Up to $42,000 annually for two years in academic funding for tuition, room and board, books, mandatory fees and some travel expenses.
  • Stipends, housing and travel allowances for the two summer practicums with the Diplomatic Security Service: one in Washington, DC., one overseas at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate.
  • Personalized mentoring and professional development opportunities throughout the program.

Upon successful completion of the fellowship program and the State Department’s Foreign Service entry requirements, you will receive an appointment in the Foreign Service as a DSS Special Agent and launch a career at the forefront of law enforcement and international affairs.

Promoting Diversity in the Foreign Service

As part of various prominent State Department diversity recruitment initiatives, the Clarke DS Fellowship aims to draw top-tier candidates to the Foreign Service who mirror the diversity of the United States. Embracing the core belief that diversity enhances our diplomatic endeavors, the Clarke DS Fellowship program highly values diverse backgrounds, encompassing ethnic, racial, gender, and geographic diversity. Individuals from minority groups underrepresented in the Foreign Service, women, and those with financial need are encouraged to submit applications.

Now accepting applications for the 2025 cohort The application period for the 2025 cohort is open from February 12, 2024, to April 29, 2024 (11:59 pm EDT). To qualify for the 2025 cohort, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Be a U.S. citizen.
  • Be at least 19 years old and no older than 32 years old before the application deadline (except for preference-eligible veterans).
  • Plan to enroll in a two-year, full-time master’s degree program in the fall of 2025 at a U.S.-based accredited institution.
  • Be on track to graduate in the spring of 2027 with a master’s degree after completing four full-time semesters during the two years of the fellowship.
  • Maintain a minimum 3.2 GPA on a 4.0 scale at the time of application and throughout the duration of the program.

As a finalist, you must:

There are additional requirements you must meet when you are selected as a Clarke DS Fellow and when you are appointed as a DSS Special Agent. You can find more info on these requirements on the website.

Are You Ready for the Challenge?

Don’t delay! Here are some steps to get started:

  • Read about what DSS Special Agents do
  • Watch videos with advice from current DSS Special Agents
  • See this Quick Guide for a list of what you will need for the application

Apply by April 29, 2024

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