If you are thinking about starting a master's degree program in the fall of 2025, and you'd love a rewarding career in public service traveling the world, this U.S. Department of State fellowship program may be the perfect opportunity for you.

The William D. Clarke, Sr. Diplomatic Security Fellowship provides up to $84,000 over two years in academic funding for you to earn your master’s degree and prepares you to enter the Foreign Service as a Diplomatic Security Service (DSS) Special Agent. 

The application for the 2025 cohort of the Clarke DS Fellowship is until April 29, 2024 (11:59 pm EDT). You must be planning to enter a two-year master’s degree program in fall 2025 to be eligible to apply for this cohort. Please see the website for other eligibility requirements.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to receive academic funding for your master’s degree, two summer practicums with the Diplomatic Security Service (one in Washington, D.C. and one overseas at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate), professional development and personalized mentoring.

When you complete the fellowship program and meet the Foreign Service entry requirements, you will receive an appointment as a Diplomatic Security Service Special Agent in the Foreign Service – embarking on a career path that will take you around the world, providing protection to U.S. personnel, facilities, and information, while supporting diplomacy.

Apply Today

Check out the website today to learn more and apply! Don’t delay - the application for the 2025 cohort closes on April 29, 2024. Start preparing your application now!

If you have any questions about the Clarke DS Fellowship application and selection process, please contact us at ClarkeDSFellowship@twc.edu.