Wilson Center Research Fellowship 2027-2028 ($10,000 stipend)

Deadline: September 30, 2026 Applications are open for the Wilson Center Research Fellowship 2027-2028 . The Wilson Center invites scholars, practitioners, journalists, and public intellectuals to take part in its flagship Research Fellowship Program. Fellows conduct research and write in their areas of interest, while interacting with policymakers in Washington and other fellows. The Center accepts policy-relevant, nonpartisan fellowship proposals that address key foreign policy challenges confronting the United States and the world. Fellows will work remotely during their tenure with the Wilson Center. The program will include a trip to Washington D.C. at the start and end of the fellowship, as paid for by the Wilson Center. The fellowship will commence on June 1, 2027, and end on May 30, 2028. Stipend The Center offers a stipend of $10,000 per month for a twelve-month fellowship. Eligibility Applicants from academia must have a PhD and have published a book or monograph beyond the PhD dissertation, or a substantial body of research articles (typically five or more) in reputable peer-reviewed journals. Applicants from government, policy, or the nonprofit sector must have achieved a level of professional distinction and experience equivalent to advanced academic standing. This is typically at least 10 years of relevant experience and a record of substantial policy impact, publication, or leadership in their field. Applicants must be proficient in English, as the Center is d