Are you a Ph.D. student or a recent doctoral graduate passionate about international security, foreign policy, or global affairs? The International Security Program (ISP) Fellowship at Harvard Kennedy School has officially opened its application portal for the 2026–2027 academic year.
This is your final call to secure one of the most prestigious and time-sensitive fellowships in global security research, hosted by one of the world’s leading academic institutions, Harvard University.
This fully funded opportunity allows researchers from around the world to conduct independent research in an enriching environment, while receiving a generous stipend, full access to Harvard’s facilities, and the chance to work alongside some of the most influential scholars in international relations.
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What Does the Fellowship Offer?
The Harvard ISP Fellowship supports selected scholars for one academic year of intensive research, mentoring, and collaboration at the Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs, Harvard Kennedy School. Here’s what you’ll receive as a selected fellow:
- Predoctoral Fellowship:
- Annual stipend: $46,000
- Health insurance premium reimbursement
- Access to Harvard libraries and university facilities
- Dedicated office space
- Postdoctoral Fellowship:
- Annual stipend: $56,000
- Health insurance coverage (for those who earned their Ph.D. within the past 5 years)
- Research funding and administrative support
- Networking opportunities with world-class academics
Selected fellows will work closely with distinguished mentors like Stephen M. Walt and Steven E. Miller, gaining direct insights into high-level policy discussions and global strategic issues.
Benefits
This fellowship goes far beyond a financial award, it opens the door to elite research, lifelong networks, and meaningful impact. Benefits of the Harvard ISP Fellowship include:
- Prestige: Gain affiliation with the world-renowned Harvard Kennedy School and Belfer Center
- Research Support: Full academic freedom to conduct your own project
- Mentorship: Learn from the very best minds in global affairs and security policy
- Global Impact: Tackle real-world issues in defense, diplomacy, cybersecurity, terrorism, and more
- Career Advancement: Boost your academic credentials and policy influence
This is the kind of opportunity that can transform your research career and open doors at the highest levels of academia, government, and international organizations.
Name of Organizer
Harvard Kennedy School – Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs
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Requirements/ Eligibility Criteria
The Harvard ISP Fellowship is open to both U.S. and international applicants, welcoming diverse backgrounds in political science, law, economics, international relations, and other related fields.
Here’s a detailed breakdown of eligibility:
- Predoctoral Applicants Must:
- Be enrolled in a Ph.D. program (any country)
- Have passed general/qualifying examinations
- Show substantial progress toward dissertation completion
- Postdoctoral Applicants Must:
- Hold a Ph.D. in a relevant field (earned within the last 5 years)Or be a current faculty member or practitioner from:
- Government
- Military
- International or humanitarian organizations
- Research or policy institutions
- Hold a Ph.D. in a relevant field (earned within the last 5 years)Or be a current faculty member or practitioner from:
- Other Important Eligibility Notes:
- Applicants from all countries are welcome
- Strongly encouraged: Women, minorities, and those from underrepresented regions
- Fluency in English (reading, writing, speaking) is essential
Duration and Stipends
Program Duration:
- One academic year: September 2026 – June 2027
Financial Support:
- $46,000 annual stipend for predoctoral fellows
- $56,000 annual stipend for postdoctoral fellows
- Health insurance support (depending on category)
- Reimbursement of research-related expenses
- Access to Harvard’s physical and digital libraries, events, and seminars
This generous package ensures that you can focus entirely on your research without financial worries, in a vibrant intellectual setting.
Deadline
1st December,2025.
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