Recanati-Kaplan Foundation Fellowship at the Intelligence Project
A full-year Harvard fellowship for active intelligence officers to advance policy-relevant research and leadership in national and international intelligence.
Funder: John F. Kennedy School of Government
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Full academic year of funded study at Harvard; typical support includes tuition and stipend for selected fellows.
Summary: Immerses active U.S. and international intelligence officers in a year of academic study at Harvard to develop future leaders and advance policy-relevant intelligence research.
Key Information: For active intelligence officers only; selection is coordinated with sponsoring agencies.
Description
The fellowship is designed to educate and support the next generation of thought leaders in national and international intelligence by connecting active intelligence officers with the Harvard Kennedy School’s Belfer Center Intelligence Project. Fellows spend a full academic year at Harvard University, engaging in multidisciplinary research, policy discussions, and academic coursework. The program aims to enrich both the university environment and the professional development of intelligence officers, preparing them for advanced leadership roles and enhancing the practical understanding of intelligence in public policy.
