Applying for the Fellowships
The application period for the 2024-2026 Fellowships begins on November 1, 2023.
Completed applications must be received by February 5, 2024 by 9:00 pm ET.
The FAO Schwarz Fellowship is an intensive, transformative two-year experience in the world of social impact that includes focused professional development. The Fellows have always been highly motivated and passionate recent college graduates who are committed to social change and social justice leadership.
Successful candidates have demonstrated leadership in their college communities and have a proven record of academic excellence. They seek to immerse themselves in an experience that will challenge them, train them and empower them to become social impac leaders.
How to Apply
Applications for the 2024 cohort open November 1.
Applications open in Nov 1. The application requires a cover letter, responses to a few simple questions, and a résumé.
Host organizations screen résumés and applications, conduct interviews with candidates, and select their Fellow. Finalists will be notified in April, and Fellows are selected by the end of April.
We encourage you to learn as much as possible about the host organizations and review the Fellowship positions that interest you carefully before applying.
Info Sessions & "Ask Me Anything" Events
We host online info sessions and “Ask Me Anything” events throughout the year for interested students and college career and fellowship advisers. We strongly urge prospective Fellows to attend an info session.
To learn more about the Fellowship or about the application process, please visit the our FAQ. Email us if you have additional questions.
Applicants must be college seniors at accredited four-year institutions at the time of application and be eligible to work in the United States for the duration of the Fellowship.