Foreign Affairs Information Technology (FAIT) Fellowship 2027 (Funded)
Overview
The Foreign Affairs Information Technology Fellowship is funded by the U.S. Department of State and serves as a path to a career managing and protecting technology for modern diplomacy. The two-year program includes academic funding, internships, mentoring, and professional development, leading to an appointment as a Diplomatic Technology Officer in the Foreign Service.
Who can apply
Applicants must be U.S. citizens at the time of application submission. Candidates must be enrolled or planning to enroll in a full-time IT-related bachelor or master degree program at a U.S.-based accredited institution, and must hold a cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher on a 4.0 scale. Additionally, candidates must be on a timeline to graduate in spring 2029 after completing four full-time semesters starting in fall 2027. Those in accelerated bachelor or master programs should email to check their eligibility.
What you get
The fellowship provides academic funding for an undergraduate or graduate IT-related degree. Participants also receive professional development, mentoring, and internships, culminating in an appointment as a Diplomatic Technology Officer in the Foreign Service.
Requirements
Selected fellows must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher on a 4.0 scale throughout the program. Fellows are required to receive and maintain a Top Secret security clearance, pass a suitability review, meet minimum medical qualification standards, and pass the Foreign Service Specialist Assessment by graduation. Participants must also agree to a five-year commitment as a Foreign Service Diplomatic Technology Officer upon successfully completing the program and the entry requirements of the State Department.
How to apply
The application package must include proof of U.S. citizenship, transcripts, a personal statement, a resume, the most recent financial aid award letter, the most recent FAFSA submission summary, a statement of financial need, and one letter of recommendation.
Key dates
The application deadline is December 7, 2026.