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Harvard Undergraduate International Relations Scholars Program

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Overview of Harvard Undergraduate International Relations Scholars Program

The Harvard Undergraduate International Relations Scholars Program (HUIRSP) is a multi-day virtual conference for high school students who are interested in pursuing a career in foreign policy. This conference aims to reach students worldwide of diverse nationalities, socioeconomic classes, and lived experiences. HUIRSP provides participants with the unparalleled opportunity to explore pressing foreign policy subjects and engage in rigorous analytical assignments. Programming includes discussions with leading academics, policymakers, government officials, and regional experts. Students will gain skills in policy writing and cross-cultural leadership, and explore how to address global challenges from all sectors of international relations. There are two annual iterations of HUIRSP: the Summer Program (June of each year) and the Winter Intensive (January of each year). Students apply to HUIRSP on an individual basis.

📍Location

Online

📅 Application deadlines

  • No upcoming deadlines

💸 Costs & Aid

  • HUFPI offers a number of tuition rates for the HUIRSP programs that are allocated to students with consideration of financial need. The proceeds from these tuition rates contribute to several important aspects of HUFPI’s operations and permit us to continue serving governments, NGOs, and private clients as a 100% pro-bono research organization. Further information regarding HUIRSP tuition is released along with applications.
  • Candidates with need-based financial circumstances will be considered for generous financial aid.

Eligibility Requirements

📋 General Requirements

A demonstrated interest in the fields of international relations, foreign policy, and/or national security is the baseline criteria for admission to the program.

📚 Grade Requirements

All high school students (equivalent to grades 9-12 in the American education system) are eligible to apply. Rising high school freshmen and graduating seniors who have already been admitted to college may also apply.

🌍 Eligible Countries

Worldwide

Application Process

Students may access the application at this link: https://form.typeform.com/to/W9j65UsS. Applications close on May 23rd at 11:59 PM EST.

📅 Summer

Duration

Multi-day

Program Dates

Jun 2, 2025 - Jun 5, 2025

Application Deadlines

  • May 23 — Regular

📅 Winter

Duration

Multi-day