World Politics & Statecraft Fellowship
Supports Ph.D. dissertation research with direct policy relevance in U.S. foreign policy, international relations, and security, emphasizing projects that inform real-world policy debates.
Funder: Smith Richardson Foundation
Due Dates: October 5, 2026 (Full application submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to 20 grants of $10,000 each; one-year awards for dissertation research expenses.
Summary: Supports policy-relevant Ph.D. dissertation research in international relations, security, and U.S. foreign policy.
Key Information: All application materials must be received by the deadline; no late materials accepted.
Description
The World Politics & Statecraft Fellowship, offered annually by the Smith Richardson Foundation, funds Ph.D. dissertation research that addresses policy-relevant topics in American foreign policy, international relations, international security, strategic studies, area studies, and diplomatic or military history. The program aims to support young scholars whose work can directly inform U.S. policy debates by providing resources for field work, archival research, and language training. The Foundation prioritizes projects with clear implications for U.S. policy over those focused mainly on theoretical or disciplinary debates.
