How to Ace the HKS Perspectives Essay

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Reading Time: 5 mins Describe a time when interactions with others and/or an experience caused you to change your mind or expanded your point of view. (250 word limit) The Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) ‘Perspectives Essay’, which is required for MPA, MPP, and MC/MPA applicants, allows you the opportunity to showcase your open-mindedness, authenticity, and […]

⁠⁠Should you apply now or wait to apply to the Harvard Kennedy School?

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Reading Time: 5 mins Applying to Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) is an exciting milestone, but timing your application can be challenging. Whether you choose to apply now or wait, several key factors will affect your application’s success. This article, written by a former HKS alumni, Center for Public Leadership Fellow, and Founder of Write Track […]

The Top 10 Common Mistakes Made by HKS Applicants Over the Past 10 years!

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Reading Time: 5 mins Applying to Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) is a dream for many aspiring leaders in public policy, government, and nonprofit sectors. However, the application process is highly competitive, and mistakes can cost applicants their chance at admission.  In this post, written by a former HKS alumni, Center for Public Leadership Fellow, and […]