Civic Innovators Fellowship 2026/27 | Call for Applications

Applications are open for the Civic Innovators Fellowship 2026/27. Civics Unplugged runs this free, virtual program nationwide. High school students explore history, democracy, and civic technology. The program spans sixteen weeks, from September through April. Fellows join weekly interactive sessions with peers and mentors. Afterward, graduates gain access to funding and mentorship networks.

Program Snapshot

• Format: Fully virtual, entirely free
• Duration: 16 weeks, September 2026 to April 2027
• Weekly Sessions: Mondays at 7:30 PM ET
• Application Deadline: September 4, 2026, 11:59 PM PST
• Decisions Released: September 21, 2026

What Fellows Experience

• Interactive weekly lessons on history and civic innovation
• A close-knit community of peers and alumni mentors
• Real skills applied directly to community projects
• Access to the wider Civics Unplugged network afterward
• Eligibility for the Civic Innovation Lab incubator program

Who Can Apply

• Current high school students nationwide and internationally
• Students whose gap year began in June 2026
• No GPA, test scores, or resume required for admission
• Selection based on potential, not past achievement
• International applicants welcome, program conducted in English

Program Timeline

• First lesson: September 28, 2026
• Fall session ends: November 16, 2026
• Spring session: Early February through early April 2027

Application Requirements

• Written responses, each under 1,500 characters
• No supplemental materials accepted via email
• Attendance at weekly Monday sessions required

How to Apply

Submit your complete application through the official portal.

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