Scholarships, Fellowships and Awards

Scholarships

23rd Street Association Scholarship
The 23rd Street Association Scholarship is awarded to an outstanding Public Affairs major who demonstrates not only academic excellence but also an involvement in community service.

Fellowships

The New York City Urban Fellows Program
The Urban Fellows Program is for those seriously considering a career in public service. The Program is a nine-month fellowship that combines work in Mayoral offices and City agencies with an intensive seminar. To be eligible an applicant must be a recent college graduate (no more than two years out of college) and prepared to participate in the program on a full-time basis for one academic year. The annual deadline is in the fall. Please see www.nyc.gov for more information.

Public Policy and International Affairs Fellowship Program (PPIA)
PPIA is an intensive seven-week summer program that focuses on preparing students for graduate programs in public policy and international affairs. Please see www.ppia.org for full details. The annual deadline for PPIA is in March.

Awards

The Aaron Zweifach Memorial Award
The Zweifach Award ($250) is awarded to the graduating senior specializing in Public Affairs who has achieved the best academic record and participated significantly in the activities of Baruch College. The recipient is chosen by the Public Affairs Faculty Committee.