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Become a PMF

2024 Application

The PMF Class of 2024 Application dates can be found below.

The application will be accessible via an announcement on USAJOBS (www.USAJOBS.gov) once the application opens.

Changes effective with the 2024 Application will be listed under the “What’s New for 2024?” section below.

The 2024 PMF Applicant Handbook has been posted on the Resources webpage. This handbook details the annual application process, explains eligibility requirements, required documentation, and provides an overview of the assessment process. Please monitor the handbook for any updates.

In addition, please review the Eligibility, Application Process, Assessment Process, and FAQs webpages for additional information about the application.

Timeline

NOTE: The dates may be adjusted based on volume of applicants and subject to change. Please monitor for any updates. All deadlines are based on Eastern Time (ET).

Date/Timeframe Description
September 12-25, 2023 The PMF Class of 2024 Application opens and closes at Noon (Eastern Time).
October 24, 2023

All Applicants notified of their results and Semi-Finalists selected
Noon (ET), Thursday, October 26 thru Noon (ET), Wednesday, November 1, 2023

Semi-Finalists schedule their Fellows Structured Interviews (FSI)
Approximately 8-10 weeks after Semi-Finalists are selected

Fellows Structured Interviews (FSI) assessment conducted for Semi-Finalists; interviews are expected to start in early-November
Anticipated by early-February 2024

PMF Class of 2024 Finalists announced

What's New for 2024?

Below is a summary of the changes effective with the PMF Class of 2024 Application: 

  • We have added the following degrees to our database:
    • Forensic Science
    • Homeland Security/Defense
    • Human Development
    • Leadership/Management
    • Occupational Safety and Health
    • Organizational Behavior
    • Paralegal Studies
    • Psychology/Counseling
    • Science (Other)
    • Sports
    • Transportation
  • Application Criteria: For a full list of available degrees, skills, and languages for applicants to choose from when applying, please refer to the Application Criteria

PMF Subscriber Lists: The PMF Program has “Subscriber Lists” for individuals who would like to stay informed on the PMF Program. To learn more and to sign up, visit the Apply Site. 

UPDATED:  10-24-2023