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The Women’s Research and Education Institute offers Congressional Fellowships on Women and Public Policy. The Program allows students to gain experience in public policymaking by working 35 hours per week in a congressional office as a legislative aide in Washington, D.C.
Qualifications: Applicants must be current graduate students or have received their graduate degree within the past 18 months.
Amount of Award: A monthly stipend of $1,300, $500 for health insurance, and up to $750/semester for 3 credit hours at the student’s home institution.
Length of Award: 8 months.
Number of Awards: 6-10.
Application Deadline: May
Application Process: Download an application form. An original application form and three copies are required.
Website: www.wrei.org/FellowsFAQ.htm#q1