David A. Winston Health Policy Fellowship


August 21, 2021

The 2022-2023 David A. Winston Health Policy Fellowship is a 12-month postgraduate experience in Washington, D.C. It is a unique opportunity that provides systematic exposure to organizations, associations, and coalitions in the private sector, as well as policy development centers in Congress and the Administration. 

The Fellowship offers a postgraduate experience to students in the 2021-2022 academic year with a minimum of a master’s degree in any discipline, field, or profession from any school or program that is housed in an accredited college or university.

Application materials should be submitted directly to the Winston Fellowship by the applicant no later than 5:00 pm Pacific Time on October 19, 2021. 

There is no limit to the number of individuals that may apply from a single program. 

The application requires:

  • A current resume.
  • A statement of interest that details your motivation for a career in health policy, a description of what you hope to gain from the Fellowship, and how your experiences and education will complement the David A. Winston Health Policy Fellowship. The statement should not exceed 1,200 words.
  • Three letters of recommendation, one from a current faculty member, one from a current or former supervisor, employer, or preceptor, and one from an individual who is knowledgeable about your academic and/or leadership experience.
  • Academic transcripts (both undergraduate and graduate). Transcripts may be photocopies and need not be sent through the university. Online grade reports will not be accepted unless sent directly from the registrar. A key to interpret coding on transcripts must accompany transcripts that do not use the A-F grading format.
  • A narrative synopsis of your community involvement, including past and current extracurricular and volunteer activities in the community and on campus. The synopsis should not exceed 1,200 words

If you would like to learn more about the Fellowship Program or have questions about applications, please visit our website at www.winstonfellowship.org or contact the fellowship at [email protected] 

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