Fellowships at the Wilson Center
The Wilson Center Fellowship supports 9 months of policy-relevant research on major foreign policy challenges in Washington, D.C., fostering collaboration among scholars and engagement with policymakers.
Funder: Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: 9-month residential fellowship; typical stipend up to $90,000 for the term, plus residency support.
Summary: Supports scholars, practitioners, journalists, and public intellectuals conducting policy-relevant research on major foreign policy challenges with engagement opportunities in Washington, D.C.
Description
The Wilson Center's flagship Fellowship Program offers a unique opportunity for scholars, practitioners, journalists, and public intellectuals to conduct independent research and writing on topics of their choice, with a focus on significant foreign policy challenges. Fellows are based in Washington, D.C. for a 9-month residential term, where they interact with policymakers, collaborate with other fellows, and participate in the intellectual life of the Wilson Center. The program seeks nonpartisan, policy-relevant proposals that address pressing issues facing the United States and the global community.
