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For ISP Students

APRU Undergraduate Leaders Program

The APRU Undergraduate Leaders Program (ULP) gathers 40-60 student leaders from diverse disciplines across its university network in the Asia-Pacific each year, focusing on leadership and regional issues. The Dean of the School of Global Policy and Strategy (GPS) sponsors one International Studies Program student to attend annually.

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Carnegie Junior Fellowship

The Carnegie Endowment for International Peace is a unique global network of policy research centers in Russia, China, Europe, the Middle East, and the United States. Each year, the James C. Gaither Junior Fellows Program selects 12-14 graduating seniors through a rigorous national competition to serve as research assistants.

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Other Academic Programs

Academic Internship Program (AIP)

Earn credit and enhance your learning with AIP’s special studies internship courses. Gain practical experience, explore professional settings, and connect theory with practice through a faculty advisor.

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UCDC / UC Sacramento

With UCDC or UC Center Sacramento, students blend coursework with internships in Washington, D.C., or Sacramento, gaining practical public policy experience while advancing their studies.

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Fulbright Program

The Fulbright Program is a competitive scholarship that fosters mutual understanding between the U.S. and the world through intercultural exchange, allowing you to teach, study, work, or research abroad after graduation.

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Undergraduate Research Hub

Empowers undergraduates seeking to become integrated in the UC San Diego research community with the skills to be successful in a post-baccalaureate career.

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Fellowship Opportunities

The International Studies Program tracks upcoming deadlines for fellowships in global affairs open to current students and recent graduates.

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