NATO Defense College Fellowship 2027 in Italy | Fully Funded

NATO Defense College Fellowship supports funded resident research fellowships at the NATO Defense College Research Division focused on NATO-related challenges, policy-relevant research and networking opportunities. The NATO Fellowship Scholarship offers stipends and access to the College’s research environment.

The NATO Defense College (NDC) Research Division offers nine funded research fellowships tailored to junior and senior scholars and nationals of Allied and NATO partner countries. Fellows contribute to the Division’s mission and gain insight into NATO decision-making, access to information and membership of an alumni network.

NATO Defense College Fellowship Benefits

• The 5-month fellowship provides a stipend intended to cover the fellow’s stay in Rome, travel expenses to and from Rome, and other related costs.
• Senior Eisenhower, PfP, PatG and ICI Fellows: €18,000
• Eisenhower Defense Fellow: €14,000
• Eisenhower PhD Candidate Fellow: €11,000
• The stipend is paid in three instalments: €8,000 upon arrival, €5,000 after three months, and €5,000 upon submission of the Research Draft and presentation.

NATO Defense College Fellowship Eligibility Criteria

• The four Eisenhower (EIS) Fellowships are for researchers and analysts who hold the nationality of one of the NATO Allies.
• Candidates must have a PhD in a relevant discipline, a minimum of four years’ relevant professional experience since receiving their doctoral degree, and a solid publication record on international security-related issues.
• Candidates must have a PhD in a relevant discipline and a publication record on international security-related issues.
• Candidates must be PhD students enrolled in a university programme at PhD level, with a thesis topic directly relevant to NATO policy and be at the final stage of their research.
• The Partnership for Peace (PfP) Fellowship is designed for scholars, academics and researchers from PfP countries.
• The Partners across the Globe (PatG) Fellowship is designed for scholars, academics and researchers from PatG countries.
• The Istanbul Cooperation Initiative (ICI) Fellowship is designed for scholars, academics and researchers from ICI countries.

Fellowship Periods

Successful applicants can undertake the fellowship during one of two available periods:

• Period 1: 15 February 2027 – 16 July 2027
• Period 2: 26 August 2027 – 28 January 2028

How to Apply for NATO Defense College Fellowship?

1. Candidates must check the 2027 Terms & Conditions
2. fill in the online registration form NDC 2027 Fellowship Programmes – Application Form
3. separately submit a short CV, maximum two pages, to the following email address: [email protected]
4. Selected candidates and alternates will be required to sign the 2027 Terms & Conditions agreement and send a copy of their passport as proof of nationality.
5. The research proposal submitted through the online registration form must be concise and no longer than 550 words.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Here are the most frequently asked questions about the NATO Fellowship Scholarship. These answers cover eligibility, benefits, deadlines, and how to apply based on the NDC Research Division information.