NATO Defense College (NDC) Resident Fellowship Programme – NDC Research Division
The NATO Defense College Resident Fellowship offers five-month residencies in Rome for researchers to conduct and present original NATO-related research, engaging with NATO experts and the NDC academic community.
Funder: NATO Defense College
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Eight fellowships annually; each fellowship is 5 months in duration; funding includes stipend and travel support (amount not specified).
Summary: Annual research fellowships for junior and senior scholars to advance NATO-related research and engage with the NATO Defense College community.
Key Information: Only open to nationals of NATO member and partner countries; strict eligibility by sub-program.
Description
The NATO Defense College (NDC) Resident Fellowship Programme, administered by the NDC Research Division, offers eight annual fellowships for researchers aiming to contribute original scholarship aligned with NATO’s policy and research agenda. Fellows participate in a five-month residency at the NDC in Rome, where they are expected to produce a publishable research essay, present their findings, and serve as mentors in the College’s Senior Course. The program provides unique access to NATO decision-making processes, privileged information, and a network of previous fellows, fostering both academic and policy engagement.
