Do you have a passion for creating meaningful change through public policy and public service? The Harvard Kennedy School’s Public Policy Leadership Conference (PPLC) 2025 is a fully funded, 4-day opportunity in the United States designed to inspire and prepare undergraduate students for graduate education and careers in public service. This immersive program connects participants with Harvard faculty, policy experts, and peers from across the country, fostering leadership and academic growth. Public Policy Leadership Conference.
All costs are covered—including travel, lodging, and meals—with no application or registration fees. All that’s required is your commitment to fully engage in the experience.
Throughout the conference, students will participate in dynamic discussions on pressing policy issues, expand their networks, and explore pathways to graduate programs through scholarship and fellowship information sessions. Whether you’re seeking clarity about your next steps or eager to deepen your impact, PPLC offers a powerful platform to help shape your future in public leadership.
Harvard Public Policy Leadership Conference in USA:
- Host Country: USA
- Host University: Harvard Kennedy School (HKS), Harvard University
- Program Location: Massachusetts, HKS
- Program Duration: October 30- November 2, 2025
Benefits:
- Harvard Kennedy School will cover all costs.
- Conference (PPLC), including travel, lodging, and meals during the program.
- The conference is entirely free—there are no application or participation fees.
- Participants will also have the opportunity to explore a variety of scholarship and fellowship.
- opportunities to help fund their future graduate studies.
Eligibility Criteria:
- To be eligible, applicants must be actively enrolled in a two-year or four-year undergraduate college or university within the United States.
- Qualified individuals include U.S.
- U.S. citizens, permanent residents, DACA recipients, and non-citizen nationals of the United States.
- Applicants are required to have completed a minimum of two academic semesters in their undergraduate program and should not be anticipated to graduate with a bachelor’s degree in the 2025–2026 academic year.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required. Candidates must also demonstrate a strong passion for public service through meaningful involvement in volunteering, activism, student leadership, or civic engagement on campus or in their communities.
How to apply?
Start by creating a new account using your name, email address, and date of birth. Enter the temporary PIN provided in your email, then click the activation link to complete your account verification. After the activation, login using your email and password. Complete the online application form by providing your personal and contact details, educational background, and uploading the required documents. Be sure to answer all additional questions, review your application carefully, and submit the form.
Documents required:
- Online application form.
- Resume.
- A personal statement essay.
- A letter of recommendation.
- Undergraduate academic transcript.
Program Deadline:
The last date is 7 July, 2025.
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