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Step 1
Get a bachelor's degree in political science. While you are studying, identify some areas that you are interested in.
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Step 2
Check with the career services office at your college or university. If you are still in school, this office can be a great resource for information about fellowships.
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Step 3
Go to the American Political Science Association website. There you will find information about APSA-sponsored fellowships as well as fellowships that are not sponsored by this organization.
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Step 4
Check the Michigan State University Library website. This site contains a comprehensive database of fellowships, from the American Enterprise Institute for Public Policy Research to the National Science Foundation Political Science Project. This website describes each fellowship, provides links to the appropriate website, and lists application deadlines.








