The application process typically begins in early October when nominating officials at participating universities receive the application materials. Then, over the next few months, participating colleges and universities undergo their own internal nomination process. Nominations are due to the James C. Gaither Junior Fellows Program by January 15th, and acceptance announcements are typically made by the end of March. This timeline is meant to be a general outline. More precise dates are outlined to nominating officials for each individual application cycle.
Early October
Application materials sent via email to nominating officials
October through mid-January:
Schools conduct internal nominating process. Application deadlines vary by school.
January 15
Applications must be received by the James C. Gaither Junior Fellows Program. In the event that January 15 falls on a weekend or holiday, the deadline may be changed to another date. Please review the latest application materials for the current deadline.
Late-February to Early-March
Selected applicants are interviewed.
End of March
James C. Gaither Junior Fellow selections made and candidates notified.
James C. Gaither Junior Fellows spend one year (beginning September 1st) at Carnegie in Washington, DC working with Carnegie’s senior scholars in the following fields:
2023-2024 Programs or Projects
The application process typically begins in early October when nominating officials at participating universities receive the application materials. Then, over the next few months, participating colleges and universities undergo their own internal nomination process. Nominations are due to the James C. Gaither Junior Fellows Program by January 15th, and acceptance announcements are typically made by the end of March. This timeline is meant to be a general outline. More precise dates are outlined to nominating officials for each individual application cycle.
Early October
Application materials sent via email to nominating officials
October through mid-January:
Schools conduct internal nominating process. Application deadlines vary by school.
January 15
Applications must be received by the James C. Gaither Junior Fellows Program. In the event that January 15 falls on a weekend or holiday, the deadline may be changed to another date. Please review the latest application materials for the current deadline.
Late-February to Early-March
Selected applicants are interviewed.
End of March
James C. Gaither Junior Fellow selections made and candidates notified.
James C. Gaither Junior Fellows spend one year (beginning September 1st) at Carnegie in Washington, DC working with Carnegie’s senior scholars in the following fields:
2023-2024 Programs or Projects