Student Programs and Fellowships

Nancy Pelosi Fellowship Program
CFDA 19.209 Active Grant
No open Grants.gov opportunities under this program right now. Browse all Department of State programs →

Program Objective

Attract and recruit highly talented and qualified candidates who inclusively represent the cultural, social, ethnic, racial, gender, and geographic diversity of the United States and develop a cadre of future diplomats and professionals dedicated to representing America’s interests abroad.

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants

  • Unrestricted by Entity Type

See NOFO on grants.gov for more info.

Beneficiaries

  • Unrestricted by Individual Type

See NOFO on grants.gov for more info.

How to Apply

Award Procedure

Please refer to NOFO on Grants.gov for further information.

Please refer to NOFO on Grants.gov for further information.

Program details & compliance

Description

The program develops new talent for the Department of State’s Foreign and Civil Service, through programs of educational support and professional development. Program participants are provided with enhanced knowledge and skills to pursue such careers. The program encourages applications from members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the Foreign and Civil Service, women, and those with financial need. Funding is used to support program administration and activities, including internship stipends, transportation, and temporary housing expenses, as well as delivering professional development activities to program participants.

Mission Categories

Primary: Federal Employment

Use of Funds

Allowed Uses

Attract and recruit highly talented and qualified candidates who inclusively represent the cultural, social, ethnic, racial, gender, and geographic diversity of the United States and develop a cadre of future diplomats and professionals dedicated to representing America’s interests abroad.

Restrictions

The office no longer conforms with administration priorities and all funds have been obligated and will be archived.

Required Documentation

See NOFO on grants.gov for more info.

Reporting & Compliance

Audit Required
Yes — Not Required
Records Retention
7 years

Applicable 2 CFR 200 Subparts

  • Subpart B — General Provisions
  • Subpart C — Pre-Federal Award Requirements
  • Subpart D — Post-Federal Award Requirements
  • Subpart E — Cost Principles
  • Subpart F — Audit Requirements

Contacts

DOSFellows
771-204-1230
4000 Arlington Blvd arlington, VA, Alexandria, VA 22306
Data from SAM.gov Federal Assistance Listings. Source published: 2026-03-05. Spec v2.0. Last synced: 2026-05-28 07:25:12.