Wilson Center Research Fellowship
The Wilson Center Research Fellowship supports in-residence, policy-focused research on major foreign policy issues at the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars.
Funder: Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars
Due Dates: September 30, 2026 (Full application deadline for 2027–2028 competition)
Funding Amounts: Typically includes a stipend of $90,000 for a 9-month residency; number of awards varies annually.
Summary: Supports independent, policy-relevant research on major foreign policy challenges with residency in Washington, D.C.
Description
The Wilson Center Research Fellowship is the flagship program of the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars, intended for scholars, practitioners, journalists, and public intellectuals. The fellowship provides an opportunity for fellows to pursue independent research and writing on topics related to key foreign policy challenges that impact the United States and the world. Fellows are expected to produce policy-relevant, nonpartisan work while engaging with policymakers and collaborating with an international cohort in Washington, D.C.
