#  How to Apply 

 



Fellowship Application Deadline: December 1, 2026

Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health Application Deadline: December 1, 2026

Harvard Kennedy School Application Deadline: December 1, 2026



 

 

 

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## Purpose of the Fellowship

The Commonwealth Fund Fellowship in Health Policy Leadership at Harvard University is a one-year, full-time, academic degree-granting program designed to prepare physicians to become leaders who improve the health for all, with emphasis on disadvantaged, vulnerable, and uninsured populations.

We seek applications from highly motivated individuals with great potential for leadership and for becoming change agents in health care delivery systems.

## Eligibility

- Physicians who have completed residency in the U.S., either BE/BC. Additional experience beyond residency, such as chief residency, is preferred.
- Experience or interest in advancing systems change to improve the health of all, with emphasis on disadvantaged, vulnerable, and uninsured populations.
- Strong evidence of leadership experience or potential, especially as related to community efforts, quality improvement, transformation of health care delivery systems, and/or health policy.
- Intention to pursue a career in policy, public service, and/or academia.
- U.S. citizenship or U.S. permanent residency.



 

##  Application Overview 

 



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###    Step 1: Learn  expand\_more  

- [About](/about "About")
- [Register for the informational webinar](https://harvard.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_GeAQOPPrQXC2raIyr1ZI2A#/registration) on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, to learn more about the fellowship and application process.
- [FAQ](/faq "FAQ")
- Contact:  
    Tel: 617-432-2922  
    Email: [cff\_occe@hms.harvard.edu](mailto:cff_occe@hms.harvard.edu)

 

 



###    Step 2: Gather Application Materials  expand\_more  

To apply for the Fellowship, you will need to gather the following for entry into the application form:

- Essay questions (see [sample application](https://cff.hms.harvard.edu/sites/g/files/omnuum13096/files/2026-08/CFF_Application_2027-2028_sample.pdf))
- Contact information for three recommenders who can attest to your leadership potential. References will include:
    - Individual from your current employer who has supervised your work
    - A minimum of one academic reference is desirable
    - Individuals who can provide your leadership potential and abilities
- [Sample Fellowship Application](https://cff.hms.harvard.edu/sites/g/files/omnuum13096/files/2026-08/CFF_Application_2027-2028_sample.pdf)
- [Sample Recommendation Form](https://cff.hms.harvard.edu/sites/g/files/omnuum13096/files/2026-08/CFF_Recommendation_Form_2027-2028_sample.pdf)
- Harvard T. H. Chan School of Public Health MPH Instructions on SOPHAS on-line Application <https://sophas.org/>
- Harvard Kennedy School MPA Instructions on-line at <https://www.hks.harvard.edu/admissions-aid/masters-program-admissions/how-apply>

 

 



###    Step 3: Register to Apply  expand\_more  

- Access the request for application via the button below
- Review instructions for CFF online application

 

 



 

 

 

 

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