The fellowships are hosted across Duke University, Johns Hopkins University SAIS, and the University of Texas at Austin. Fellows conduct their own research and writing while participating in the academic and policy communities of their host institution.

The application deadline is December 1, 2026.

The America in the World Consortium is a partnership between Duke University, Johns Hopkins University and the University of Texas at Austin focused on research and debate around America’s role in the world.

The fellowship supports scholars whose research directly engages with American grand strategy, broadly defined. Applicants from all disciplines can apply, although AWC gives preference to research in areas such as history, political science, public policy, classics and political philosophy when there is a strong policy connection.

AWC confirms that fellows receive a competitive stipend and access to institutional resources, but the official listing does not state that all expenses such as international airfare, relocation, housing, health insurance and personal living costs are fully covered.

The fellowship application is submitted online through Interfolio. The Johns Hopkins fellowship information also indicates that applicants can use a complimentary Interfolio Dossier account for the application and recommendation process.

Fellows may be placed at one of three AWC partner institutions:

• Duke University — Program in American Grand Strategy
• Johns Hopkins University SAIS — Henry A. Kissinger Center for Global Affairs
• University of Texas at Austin — Clements Center for National Security

Applicants can indicate their preferred host institution or institutions as part of the application.

AWC Fellowships 2027–28 — Official Fellowship Page

Johns Hopkins SAIS — AWC Fellowship Information

The AWC Fellowships 2027–28 are a strong opportunity for PhD researchers and recent PhD graduates whose work examines American grand strategy, foreign policy, national security or related policy questions.

The fellowship offers a competitive stipend and access to major U.S. research institutions, with the opportunity to spend the fellowship year developing independent research while engaging with scholars and policy communities.

Is the AWC Fellowship 2027–28 open?

Yes. Applications opened October 1, 2026, and the deadline is December 1, 2026.

Is there an application fee?

No application fee is stated by AWC.

Can international researchers apply?

The official fellowship information does not restrict applications to U.S. citizens. Applicants should check the final application and appointment requirements for any immigration or employment conditions.

Can PhD students apply?

Yes. The predoctoral fellowship is specifically for PhD students who have completed their qualifying examinations and are in the dissertation-writing stage.

Can recent PhD graduates apply?

Yes. The postdoctoral fellowship requires applicants to have completed their PhD by August 1, 2027.

Is there an age limit?

No specific age limit is stated.

Is this a fully funded fellowship?

AWC confirms a competitive stipend and institutional resources, but the official page does not confirm that every living, travel and relocation expense is covered. It is therefore safer to classify it as a funded research fellowship, rather than fully funded.