About us ?

About us ?

The Bourse Tocqueville is an educational and cultural program founded in 2003 by Alexandre Pesey. Based in Paris, the Bourse Tocqueville programs work to build bridges between the French and American conservative movements. Our main program is an annual two-week trip to Washington D.C. for 

Agenda 2024

Agenda 2024

After three years of a pause due to Covid-19 Restrictions, The Tocqueville Fellowship is back and will be accepting applications January 17, 2024 for our 2024 summer program. ■   Submission of applications: January 17 to February 25 ; ■   Pre-selection and telephone interviews in English 

Mission Statement

Mission Statement

The Tocqueville Fellowship is a thoughtfully designed program created in 2003 by Alexandre Pesey, aimed at expanding the horizons of France’s emerging conservative leaders. By providing unique opportunities, participants engage with activists, influencers, leaders, and thinkers from both American and French civil societies. The Tocqueville 

How to apply ?

How to apply ?

Due to the current context, there will be no stay with the Tocqueville Fellowship in 2023-2024. You are French and interested in entering the next class of Tocqueville Fellows? Send your resumé and cover letter before February 28 to contact@laboursetocqueville.fr. Visit the French page to 

Fellowship Research

Fellowship Research

Each fellow of the Tocqueville Fellowship must write a study, on their return from the United States. During the admission interview to the jury, candidates are strongly encouraged to present the topic they would like to work on. The final subject will however be determined 

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