Congressional Fellowship Program

The Cato Institute’s Congressional Fellowship Program offers congressional staff a variety of educational and networking opportunities. Since its launch in 2021, each fellowship provides participants with the opportunity to immerse themselves in a specific area of policy study alongside their colleagues and some of the nation’s top experts.

Through readings, lectures, and discussions, participants will have an opportunity to explore a variety of topics guided by the principles of individual liberty, limited government, free markets, and peace. These fellowships are open to congressional staff of any party or ideology, with every effort made to ensure discussions are collegial, nonpartisan, and off the record.

Along with a two-month discussion group, fellows have the opportunity to join a growing cohort of fellowship alumni who enjoy networking opportunities, exclusive invites, and other opportunities provided by the Cato Institute.

Participants at a Cato Institute Congressional Fellowship Program event in Washington, DC.

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U.S.–China Policy
January 8–March 5

Applications open

International Studies
March 12–May 14 (tentative)

Constitutional Studies
May 28–July 30 (tentative)

Economic Studies
September 17–November 19 (tentative)

Fellowships At a Glance

The program features a recurring series of fellowships with concentrations in constitutional law, economics, and international studies, all explored through a libertarian lens. Participants meet once a week for generally eight to ten weeks to discuss both the philosophical foundations and public policy implications of these topics. In addition to the core subjects, a fourth fellowship is offered each year. Recent examples include a four-week Health Policy program and an eight-week series on Tax and Trade Policy.

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GovAffairs@cato.org.

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