If you’re thinking about pursuing a master’s degree starting in fall 2024 and you would be interested in a career traveling the world as a Diplomatic Security Service (DSS) Special Agent in the Foreign Service, this fellowship may be the perfect opportunity for you.
The William D. Clarke, Sr. Diplomatic Security Fellowship (Clarke DS Fellowship), funded by the U.S. Department of State, provides:
- Up to $84,000 in academic funding ($42,000 annually for two years).
- Two summer practicums with stipends (one in Washington D.C. with the Diplomatic Security Service, one overseas at a U.S. embassy or consulate.
- Professional development and mentorship.
When you successfully complete the fellowship program and Foreign Service entry requirements, you receive an appointment as a
DSS Special Agent, launching an exciting career traveling the world.
The Clarke DS Fellowship is looking for qualified candidates who represent ethnic, racial, gender, social and geographic diversity. Women, members of minority groups underrepresented in the Foreign Service and those with financial need, are encouraged to apply.
Sound interesting? The application for the 2024 cohort has just opened and will close on October 1, 2023. Don't delay - click the button below to find out about the eligibility requirements, the selection process, and what a DSS Special Agent does.
