Welcome to the Rangel Program

Promoting a positive U.S. presence in the world that reflects and respects the strength and diversity of America.

  • About Us

    The Rangel Program is a U.S. State Department program administered by Howard University that seeks to attract and prepare outstanding young people for careers as diplomats in the Foreign Service of the U.S. Department of State. The program seeks individuals interested in helping to shape a freer, more secure and prosperous world through formulating, representing, and implementing U.S. foreign policy. The Program encourages the application of members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the Foreign Service, women, and those with financial need.
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  • Graduate Fellowship Program

    The Rangel International Affairs Graduate Fellowship Program provides support for individuals interested in careers in the Foreign Service of the U.S. Department of State.

  • Summer Enrichment Program

    Rangel Undergraduate International Affairs Summer Enrichment Program that provides undergraduates with the opportunity to enhance their skills, knowledge and understanding about U.S. foreign policy during a six-week summer program at Howard University.
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About the Program

The Rangel Program is a U.S. State Department program administered by Howard University that seeks to attract and prepare outstanding young people for careers as diplomats in the Foreign Service of the U.S. Department of State.

The program seeks individuals interested in helping to shape a freer, more secure and prosperous world through formulating, representing, and implementing U.S. foreign policy.

The Program encourages the application of members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the Foreign Service and those with financial need.