Cohort Details

There are two different cohorts of the Global Scholars Program:

Global Policy (Every Year)

The Global Policy cohort is the flagship GSP cohort. Students will explore the intersection of academic research and public policy to tackle some of the world’s most pressing challenges.

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American Statecraft and Great Power Competition (2025-2026)

This cohort will explore the past, present, and future of American statecraft, with a focus on coordination of the U.S. instruments of power. Students will engage in research on topics related to the Gates Forums and personal papers of Chancellor Robert M. Gates. The abroad trip will take place in India.

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U.S.-China Strategic Competition (2024-2025)

This cohort will explore the past, present, and possible futures of United States-China relations—including what the deepening competition between the world’s two biggest economies could mean for the future of international order.

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Students must select one of the two cohorts when applying.