Key points
- The Class of 2027 fellowship application is open September 8, 2026, through January 8, 2027.
- Prospective applicants must meet the education, relocation, visa and work authorization, and time commitment requirements.
Overview
The PE Fellowship selection process is extremely competitive. The program selects about 10 Traditional Track fellows and 10 Analytics and Modeling Track fellows each year. Most fellows are placed in assignments at CDC headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia. It is possible that some fellows will be assigned to other states or public health agencies.
To apply to the PE Fellowship, applicants must do the following:
- Meet the requirements described on the eligibility page.
- Be willing to commit to a two-year, full-time program.
- Be willing to relocate to the assignment location.
Applications are assessed on academic preparedness, letters of recommendation, research and work experience, publications or evidence of publication potential, methodological and data skills, and a personal statement.
Key dates
The dates below are tentative. Please continue to check this site for updates.
- Application period opens at 8 a.m. ET.
January 8, 2027
- Application period closes at 11:59 p.m. ET.
- Program notifies candidates selected for interviews.
- Program conducts virtual interviews.
- Program notifies candidates selected for fellowship.
July 2027
- Selected candidates complete degree requirements.
August 2027
- Two-year fellowship begins.
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