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Mason Program
The Edward S. Mason Program is Harvard’s oldest international student program. The Mason Program recruits leaders from developing and transitional countries around the globe to matriculate in the Mid-Career Master in Public Administration program and to participate simultaneously in a year-long seminar on political, economic and social issues germane to developing countries. This seminar begins with a two-week summer session in July, preceding the Mid-Career Summer Program.
The typical Mason Fellow is an experienced professional with a proven trajectory in positions of leadership and a strong commitment to public service. The Mason Program has educated many world leaders including several heads of state as well as the current Secretary General of the United Nations.
Prospective students for the MC/MPA program from developing, newly industrialized, and transitional economy countries must apply through the Mason Program. Please note that the deadline for application to the Mason Program is earlier than the one for the MC/MPA.
Prospective students interested in either the MC/MPA or Mason Program are encouraged to review the prerequisites for academic and work experience prior to applying.
Alumni Contact Form
As we prepare for the 50th anniversary of the Mason Program, all alumni are invited to update their contact information and submit a statement, quote, memory, or funny story about the program.
