U.S. Coast Guard Senior Service School Fellowship at RAND
A one-year RAND fellowship for Coast Guard officers to develop strategic leadership and innovation skills through advanced research and professional education.
Funder: RAND Corporation
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026 (Officer nomination/application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Not specified; typically covers one year of senior-level professional education for selected Coast Guard officers.
Summary: A fellowship placing selected U.S. Coast Guard officers at RAND for advanced professional education to develop strategic leadership and innovation skills.
Key Information: Eligibility is limited to Coast Guard officers in grades O-5/O-6 selected through internal Coast Guard processes.
Description
This fellowship provides selected U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) officers with the opportunity to work and study at RAND as part of a senior-level professional education program. The aim is to develop strategic thinking, planning skills, and leadership capacity among Coast Guard officers, supporting innovation and effective resource management across the service. Officers participate in advanced study and contribute to RAND’s research environment, preparing for future leadership roles and helping address the evolving challenges of the Coast Guard’s mission set.
