America in the World Consortium Predoctoral Fellowship 2027-2028

The America in the World Consortium at Duke University, Johns Hopkins SAIS, and the University of Texas at Austin, seeks applications from current Ph.D. students for its predoctoral fellowship program.

The America in the World Consortium (AWC) is a dynamic partnership of universities seeking to create a more vibrant debate among policy-interested scholars about America’s role in the world. We are committed to preparing the next generation to confront geopolitical challenges and advance American national interests abroad. AWC prioritizes an intellectually diverse research community and supports fellows across a variety of disciplines. AWC offers predoctoral fellowships to advanced Ph.D. students to live and work at one of the three partner institutions for one year:

·      Duke University, Program in American Grand Strategy (AGS)

·      Johns Hopkins University, Henry A. Kissinger Center for Global Affairs at SAIS

·      University of Texas at Austin, Clements Center for National Security

Applicants from all disciplines whose research bears directly on American grand strategy, broadly defined, are welcome to apply. However, preference will be given to applicants pursuing a doctorate in history, political science, public policy, classics, and political philosophy whose research has a strong connection to policy.

Fellows will spend the substantial portion of their time working on their own research and writing projects, while taking advantage of the many academic resources available at their institution. Additionally, fellows will be required to play an active role in the host institution’s programs and activities. The fellowship offers a competitive stipend, access to campus facilities, and a wide range of resources on-campus.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Documents
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineDecember 1, 2026
• Study LevelPhD
• SponsorAmerica in the World Consortium
• City to studyMaryland, Texas
• School to studyDuke University, Johns Hopkins University, University of Texas at Austin
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

• Competitive stipend: Funding for the year of the fellowship.
• One-year research appointment: Time to focus on writing, research, and related academic activities for the dissertation.
• University facilities: Availability of the host institution’s academic resources and facilities.
• Academic engagement: Opportunities to take part in events and programs at the chosen university.
• Professional development: Getting to know academics who study national security, international relations, and American grand strategy.
• Potential specialist affiliation: Candidates based at the Clements Center may apply for extra mentorship through relevant programs.

Requirements

• Applicants must be enrolled in a PhD program at the moment.
• Applicants must have successfully completed their qualifying, preliminary, or comprehensive exams.
• By the time of application, applicants had progressed to doctoral candidacy.
• Do research that is pertinent to the wide definition of American grand strategy.
• Candidates should show they are capable of doing independent research and participating in the academic activities of the host university.
• There are no nationality restrictions mentioned.

Application Documents

• Completed Application Form
• Academic Transcript
• Degree Certificate
• CV or resume
• Valid Passport
• Referrence Letter
• Cover letter
• Recommendation Letter
• Writting Sample
• Other Relevant Supporting Documents

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Application Deadline

How To Apply

For more information, kindly visit the University of Texas webpage.