Wilson Center Fellowship 2027 in USA
The Wilson Center Fellowship offers a fully funded postdoctoral residency in Washington, D.C., providing a $90,000 stipend and research support. Applications are open for scholars and practitioners until September 30, 2026.
Overview
The Wilson Center Fellowship provides a fully funded postdoctoral opportunity for scholars, practitioners, journalists, and public intellectuals to conduct independent research in residence at the Woodrow Wilson International Centre for Scholars in Washington, D.C. The program supports advanced research on global policy issues and offers access to extensive resources, libraries, and an active intellectual community.
Benefits
- A stipend of $90,000.
- Engagement with a vibrant intellectual society.
- Collaboration opportunities with scholars, policymakers, and experts.
- Networking with influential audiences and professional career growth.
- Participation in critical global policy discussions.
Eligibility
- Open to all citizens and permanent residents from any country.
- Foreign applicants must hold a current passport and be eligible for a J-1 visa.
- Academic candidates must have completed their PhD thesis and authored a book or monograph.
- Policymakers and practitioners must demonstrate a comparable level of professional achievement.
- Proficiency in English is required.
How to Apply
Applicants must complete the online application form and submit all required documentation through the Wilson Center's web portal. Required documents include:
- An application form.
- A curriculum vitae (maximum 3 pages).
- A list of publications (maximum 3 pages).
- A project proposal (maximum 5 single-spaced pages).
- A project bibliography (maximum 3 pages).
- Two letters of reference.
Deadline
The application deadline is 30 September 2026.