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There are a number of ways for you to engage with members of the Kennedy School community and learn more about the application process. We invite you to explore these opportunities below.

Events and Programming for Prospective Students

HKS on the Road

Members of the Admissions & Financial Aid team and other representatives of the HKS community travel frequently to meet prospective applicants. 

Atlanta University Center Consortium (AUCC) Graduate School Fair

Wednesday, October 4, 2023
3–6 p.m. ET
Atlanta, Georgia

EducationUSA Indonesia Graduate School Fair 2023

Thursday, October 5, 2023
 2–5 p.m. (local time)
Malang, Indonesia

EducationUSA Indonesia Graduate School Fair 2023

Sunday, October 8, 2023
2–5 p.m. (local time)
Jakarta, Indonesia

EducationUSA Indonesia Graduate School Fair 2023

Tuesday, October 10, 2023
2–5 p.m. (local time)
Yogyakarta, Indonesia

National Indian Education Association (NIEA) Convention

Wednesday, October 18-Saturday, October 21, 2023
Albuquerque, New Mexico

HKS Information Session in Albuquerque, New Mexico

Thursday, October 19, 2023
68 p.m. MT
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Register here

Midwest Bisexual Lesbian Gay Transgender Asexual College Conference (MBLGTACC)

Saturday, November 6, 2023
10 a.m.6 p.m. ET
Lexington, Kentucky

American Model United Nations Graduate School & Career Expo

Monday, November 20, 2023
9:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. CT
Chicago, Illinois

HKS Information Session in Beijing, China

Saturday, November 25, 2023
46 p.m. (local time)
Register here

HKS Information Session in Beijing, China

Sunday, November 26, 2023
46 p.m. (local time)
Register here

HKS Information Session in Shanghai, China

Thursday, November 30, 2023
68 p.m. (local time)
Register here

HKS Information Session in Shanghai, China

Friday, December 1, 2023
68 p.m. (local time)
Register here

Virtual Events

Virtual events provide you with a convenient opportunity to learn more about the HKS master's degree programs, admissions procedures, and student life. 

Admissions & Financial Aid Virtual Information Sessions

Join staff from Harvard Kennedy School for a virtual information session featuring an overview of HKS, our master's degree programs, and the application process.

Monday, September 25, 2023
3–4 p.m. ET
Register

Monday, October 2, 2023
10–11 a.m. ET
Register

Tuesday, October 10, 2023
3–4 p.m. ET
Register

Thursday, October 19, 2023
10–11 a.m. ET
Register

Tuesday, October 24, 2023
3–4 p.m. ET
Register

Tuesday, November 7, 2023
10–11 a.m. ET
Register

Tuesday, November 14, 2023
3–4 p.m. ET
Register

Tuesday, November 21, 2023
10–11 a.m. ET
Register

Tuesday, November 28, 2023
10-11 a.m. ET
Register

Admissions & Financial Aid Application Q&A Sessions

Have questions about applying to our master’s degree programs? Attend a Q&A session with representatives from the Admissions & Financial Aid team to have your questions answered.

Thursday, October 5, 2023
10–11 a.m. ET
Register

Tuesday, October 31, 2023
3–4 p.m. ET
Register

Thursday, November 9, 2023
10–11 a.m. ET
Register

Thursday, November 16, 2023
3–4 p.m. ET
Register

Thursday, November 30, 2023
10–11 a.m. ET
Register

Master's Degree Program Sessions

Master in Public Administration in International Development (MPA/ID) Virtual Information Session
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
9–10 a.m. ET
Register

Other Virtual Events

APSIA Online Graduate School Fair
Thursday, September 28, 2023
11 a.m.–1:45 p.m. ET
Register

    On-Campus Programming

    When you walk onto the Harvard Kennedy School campus, there’s something electric in the air. There is a buzz of activity, of energetic engagement. Our students and professors feel it. Our graduates remember it. Experience what makes HKS a special place to be at our Fall Open House.

    Spend the day on campus learning more about our master's degree programs and the application process, interacting with current students, and getting a feel for the HKS community. 

    students smiling in classroomMaster in Public Administration in International Development (MPA/ID) Open House

    Monday, October 23, 2023
    9 a.m.–4 p.m. ET
    Register here

     

    students standing in atriumHarvard Kennedy School Fall Open House

    Thursday, October 26, 2023
    8 a.m.–3 p.m. ET
    Register here

     

    Prospective applicants to the Master in Public Policy (MPP), Master in Public Administration (MPA), and Mid-Career Master in Public Administration (MC/MPA) Programs are encouraged to register for the Fall Open House on October 26.

    Prospective applicants to the Master in Public Administration in International Development (MPA/ID) Program are encouraged to attend the program-specific event on October 23.

    We also welcome you to look at our public events calendar for speakers, workshops, lectures, and discussions. They are open to you. 

    Information Session Recording
    View a recording of our information session presentation.
    Virtual Tour
    Our virtual tour allows you to explore the HKS campus from wherever you are.