America in the World Consortium Postdoctoral Fellowship 2027/28
Applications are open for the America in the World Consortium (AWC) Postdoctoral Fellowship 2027/28. Duke University, Johns Hopkins SAIS, and UT Austin partner on this program. It supports recent PhD recipients studying American grand strategy. The consortium will consider applicants for up to eight positions.
Program Snapshot
- Host Organization: America in the World Consortium
- Host Campuses: Duke University, Johns Hopkins SAIS, and UT Austin’s Clements Center
- Funding: $73,500 stipend, benefits, and a $7,500 research fund
- Duration: One year in residence, renewable for a second year
- Start Date: August 2027
- Eligibility: PhD holders in relevant fields, with the degree received by August 1, 2027
- 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 prepares the next generation to confront geopolitical challenges. The consortium values an intellectually diverse research community. Fellows spend most of their time on their own research and writing. They also play an active role in host programs. Some fellows may teach an undergraduate course.
What Fellows Receive
Fellows receive a competitive stipend of $73,500. They also gain benefits and full use of campus facilities. A $7,500 research fund covers legitimate research expenses. Funding runs for 12 to 24 months. Clements Center fellows may request affiliation with specialized programs and gain extra mentorship.
Who Can Apply
Applicants must have received a PhD by August 1, 2027. Preferred fields include history, political science, public policy, classics, and political philosophy. Research should connect strongly to policy. Language or area studies PhDs may qualify if their work engages U.S. foreign 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 offers recent PhDs a well-funded residency focused on grand strategy research. Its possible renewal provides time to complete major projects. Applicants should prepare a strong writing sample on American grand strategy. Confirm all requirements through the official application page.
