America in the World Consortium Predoctoral Fellowship 2027/28

Applications are open for the America in the World Consortium (AWC) Predoctoral Fellowship 2027/28. Duke University, Johns Hopkins SAIS, and the University of Texas at Austin partner on this program. It supports advanced PhD students studying American grand strategy. Fellows live and work at one partner institution for a year.

Program Snapshot

• Host Organization: America in the World Consortium
• Host Campuses: Duke University, Johns Hopkins SAIS, and UT Austin’s Clements Center
• Funding: Competitive stipend; amount not listed in the call
• Duration: One academic year
• Eligibility: Current PhD candidates who have passed their qualifying exams
• Application Deadline: December 1, 2026, 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Focus Areas

• American grand strategy, broadly defined
• History, political science, and public policy
• Classics and political philosophy
• Intelligence, nuclear policy, and Asia policy (Clements Center)

About the Fellowship

AWC aims to create livelier debate about America’s role in the world. It also prepares the next generation to face geopolitical challenges. The consortium values an intellectually diverse research community. Fellows spend most of their time on their own research and writing. They must also take an active role in host programs and activities.

What Fellows Receive

Fellows receive a competitive stipend for the year. They also gain access to campus facilities and academic resources. Clements Center fellows may request affiliation with specialized programs. These include Intelligence Studies, Nuclear Policy, or Asia Policy. Faculty in those units provide additional mentorship.

Who Can Apply

Applicants must be enrolled in a PhD program. They must have passed qualifying exams and reached doctoral candidacy. All disciplines are welcome if research bears on grand strategy. Preference goes to history, political science, public policy, classics, and political philosophy. Research should connect strongly to policy.

Required Materials

Applicants submit a two-page cover letter naming preferred host schools. They also provide a CV, graduate transcript, and writing sample. Three references must be named, and they may be asked for letters.

How to Apply

Submit your application through Interfolio before December 1, 2026.

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Conclusion

This fellowship gives advanced PhD students time, mentorship, and policy-focused research support. Its multi-campus structure offers flexibility in choosing a host institution. Applicants should prepare a strong writing sample on grand strategy. Confirm stipend details through the official application page.

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