Harvard Kennedy School - Public Policy Leadership Conference 2026

Harvard Kennedy School is currently accepting applications for its Public Policy Leadership Conference (PPLC) 2026. This conference is designed to connect ambitious undergraduate students with educational leaders and resources, fostering academic excellence and expanding public policy opportunities for those who may face challenges in navigating graduate education pathways.

📖 About the Public Policy Leadership Conference

The Public Policy Leadership Conference (PPLC) aims to:

• Cultivate academic excellence.
• Expand public policy opportunities for undergraduates.
• Support students who face challenges in navigating graduate education pathways.

🎁 Benefits

Participants of the Public Policy Leadership Conference will enjoy the following fully funded benefits:

• Flights to and from the conference.
• Transportation within Boston.
• Accommodation during the conference.
• Meals provided throughout the event.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for the PPLC, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Be enrolled in a two- or four-year U.S. undergraduate institution at the time of the conference.
• Be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or non-citizen U.S. national.
• Have completed at least 2 academic semesters at a U.S. institution by the time of the conference.
• Not be scheduled to receive a bachelor’s degree in the 2026-2027 academic year.
• Be eligible to receive a Federal Pell Grant for the current academic year (2026-27). Eligibility can be verified through your FAFSA Submission Summary or institutional financial aid office.
• Have a GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to public service through:
  • Activism.
  • Student leadership.
  • Civic participation at school or in the community.
  • Volunteering (details should be included in your résumé and personal statement essay).

📝 Application Process

Interested applicants are required to submit the following:

1. Online application form (accessible via the Harvard Kennedy School admissions portal).
2. Résumé.
3. Personal statement essay.
4. Letter of recommendation (request your recommender as early as possible).
5. Undergraduate academic transcript (unofficial transcripts are acceptable).

📅 Application Deadline

The deadline to apply for the Public Policy Leadership Conference is 10 July, 2026.

🔗 Additional Information

For more details about the Harvard Kennedy School - Public Policy Leadership Conference, visit the official website.

To apply, complete your application via the Harvard Kennedy School admissions portal.

If you are passionate about public service and meet the eligibility criteria, this is a fantastic opportunity to connect with leaders in the field and gain invaluable resources for your academic and professional journey!

• All costs associated with attending the Public Policy Leadership Conference are paid for by Harvard Kennedy School, including flights, transportation in Boston, accommodation, and meals while at the conference.