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Academia

Resources

Current Finalists

Academic institutions interested in learning if their current or former students are listed as Finalists, obtained PMF appointments, and the academic institution or graduate degree referenced during the application process for the current class years, may check the Current Finalists webpage. 

Program Marketing Resources

The table below contains downloadable marketing materials for academic institutions to use on campus and other resources. Select the document's title to access. Program policies can be found at the About Us/Policy webpage. NOTE: These documents are subject to change and will only be updated if content has changed.

Document Description File Type
Academia Checklist This document is a resource that offers tips and best practices on how academia staff can prepare and support the successful application of their current and recent graduates. This is an Adobe (.pdf) file and updated on 08/07/2023. Adobe Acrobat Version [147 KB]
PMF Applicant Handbook PMF Class of 2025 Application:  This handbook details the annual application process, explains eligibility requirements, required documentation, and provides an overview of the assessment process. This document may be revised with additional details ahead of or during the application period. Please monitor the website for updates. This is an Adobe (.pdf) file and updated on 08/30/2024. Adobe Acrobat Version [818 KB]
PMF Program Required Application Documents and Alternative Letter This document outlines details on documents required for the PMF Application, including the resume and advanced degree transcript (and/or alternative). It also includes a sample of the alternative letter for applicants to obtain from academic institutions, if needed. This is an Adobe (.pdf) file and posted on 09/18/2023. Adobe Acrobat Version [193 KB]
PMF Brochure for Applicants

This brochure is a resource that can be used to encourage potential applicants to apply for the PMF Program, and gives a high level overview of the main features of the program. It is a trifold document that should be printed front to back. This is an Adobe (.pdf) file and updated in 05/2023.

 Adobe Acrobat Version [2,346 KB]
PMF Participant Timeline This document outlines the typical PMF participant timeline ...from start to finish. This is an Adobe (.pdf) file and updated on 08/07/2023. Adobe Acrobat Version [198 KB]
PMF Fellowship Timeline This document outlines the typical PMF fellowship timeline. This is an Adobe (.pdf) file and updated on 08/07/2023. Adobe Acrobat Version [149 KB]
Academia Flyer - #1 Flyer for academia stakeholders to advertise the PMF Program's application cycle for the PMF Class of 2025. Flyer #1 is used by academic institutions to enter school-specific information (e.g., date, time, and location for informational session) on to the flyer before reproducing. This flyer will be updated once the PMF Class of 2026 application dates are known. This is an Adobe fillable (.pdf) file and updated on 07/2024. Adobe Acrobat Version [145 KB]
Academia Flyer - #2 Flyer for academia stakeholders to advertise the PMF Program's application cycle for the PMF Class of 2025. Flyer #2 is used by academic institutions to post as flyers throughout their campus. This flyer will be updated once the PMF Class of 2026 application dates are known. This is an Adobe (.pdf) file and updated on 08/2024. Adobe Acrobat Version [174 KB]
PMF Presentation for Potential Applicants This is a copy of the slides used for the PMF Presentation for Potential Applicants ahead of the upcoming application cycle. The slides provide a high-level overview of the PMF Program and the application/assessment process. This slide deck is subject to change. This presentation will be updated for the forthcoming annual PMF application once announced and removed prior to the launch of the annual application. This is an Adobe (.pdf) file. Adobe Acrobat Version [KB]
Application Criteria This document identifies some of the criteria presented to applicants during the annual PMF application process and for Federal agencies when searching current Finalists in the PMF TMS (Talent Management System) on (1) a list of degrees, (2) a list of additional skills, and (3) a list of languages. This is an Adobe (.pdf) file and updated on 07/05/2024. This file will only be updated if the criteria changes. Adobe Acrobat Version [123 KB]

PMF Community Help Do's and Don'ts

This document outlines do's and don'ts for the PMF community supporting potential applicants. This is an Adobe (.pdf) file and posted on 08/19/2024.

 Adobe Acrobat Version [123 KB]
PMF Presentation for Academic Stakeholders Meeting This is a copy of the slide deck presented during the "Annual Academic Stakeholders Meetings". These sessions are designed to educate academic stakeholders on the PMF Program and application; not intended for potential applicants. This presentation will be updated for the forthcoming annual PMF application once announced and removed prior to the launch of the annual application. This is an Adobe (.pdf) file. Adobe Acrobat Version [KB]

UPDATED:  09-26-2024