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William D. Clarke, Sr. Diplomatic Security (Clarke DS) Fellowship

The Washington Center (TWC) Academic Internship Program
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This is not a job listing - this is a posting for a graduate fellowship program that includes academic funding, two summer practicums (one in Washington, D.C. and one overseas), and professional development, and leads an appointment in the Foreign Service.

The William D. Clarke, Sr. Diplomatic Security (Clarke DS) Fellowship is accepting applications for the 2025 cohort. 

This is a two-year graduate fellowship program, funded by the U.S. Department of State, that provides academic funding for a two-year master's degree while you prepare for a career in the Foreign Service as a Diplomatic Security Service Special Agent.

If you plan to enter a two-year, full-time master's degree program starting in fall 2025, you may be eligible for the 2025 cohort of this rewarding fellowship program. Your two-year master's degree program may be at any U.S. accredited institution. 

The two-year fellowship program provides:

  • Up to $24,000 annually for tuition for a two-year, full-time master’s degree program.
  • Up to $18,000 annually during the two years of graduate study for room and board, books/laboratory fees, and other academic expenses, and travel between your residence and graduate school.
  • Two summer practicums (with stipends, housing, and travel allowances): one at a U.S. Department of State office in Washington, D.C., and 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 Foreign Service entry requirements, fellows receive an appointment as a Diplomatic Security Service (DSS) Special Agent in the Foreign Service. Fellows agree to a three-year commitment in the Foreign Service as a DSS Special Agent. Once appointed, DSS Special Agents are required to successfully pass a rigorous training program.

Please note: You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this fellowship program.

See the eligibility requirements at https://clarkedsfellowship.org/clarke-ds-fellowship/eligibility/ to find out if you are eligible to apply.