Exploring Complex Solutions for a Complex World Fellowship
Mercatus Center
Program overview
High school students interested in political, economic, and social life; open to any high school program (public, private, or homeschool) and any nationality.
Eligibility
Enrolled in high school; at least 16 years old by the start of the fellowship; parent/guardian permission required if accepted; internet access and computer equipment required. · None; open to any nationality. · None; open to students in the US or abroad; program entirely online.
Key details
- Organization
- Mercatus Center
- Type
- Fellowship
- Location
- Online
- Format
- remote
- Eligible grades
- High school students
- Application deadline
- September 30, 2026
- Cost
- No cost; fellowship provides up to $750 award including stipend and required readings.
- Compensation
- Stipend available
- Time commitment
- 2-3 hours per week
- Application status
- Open
How to apply
Apply on the program's own site. Details here were read from that page and can change — confirm them there before applying.