Military Fellowship
Forecasted
Military Fellowship supports military officers through a year of study, research, and engagement at the Council on Foreign Relations to deepen their understanding of international relations.
Funder: Council on Foreign Relations
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (Annual nomination deadline)
Funding Amounts: Usually six fellowships annually, each with a one-year residency
Summary: Supports military officers through a year of study, research, and engagement at CFR to deepen their understanding of international relations.
Key Information: Candidates must be nominated by their service leadership for a residency at CFR’s New York headquarters.
Description
The Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) Military Fellowship gives selected military officers a year in residence at CFR’s headquarters in New York to broaden their understanding of international relations. The program combines individual study, research, and reflection with extensive participation in CFR’s meetings and events. Interaction with CFR’s diverse membership is a central part of the experience.
The fellowship provides opportunities for sustained learning and exchange on international affairs. Fellows have described engagement with world leaders, CFR members, and visionaries, as well as exposure to New York City’s contributions to business, education, and the international community. CFR is an independent, nonpartisan membership organization and think tank whose mission includes informing U.S. engagement with the world.
