The NATO Defense College Fellowships 2025-2026 offer a fully funded opportunity for international researchers to conduct advanced research in Rome, Italy. These fellowships, which are available to citizens of NATO Member States and nations taking part in the Partnership for Peace (PfP), Mediterranean Dialogue (MD), and Other Military Cooperation/Partners Across the Globe (OMC/PAG) frameworks, promote the research and examination of topics closely associated with NATO’s security and defence agendas.
The fellowship aims to promote research, analysis, and policy development in areas of critical interest to NATO and its member and partner countries. It offers researchers the chance to engage with NATO’s academic community and contribute to NATO’s mission of enhancing peace and security.
Fellowship Summary:
- Level of Study: Research
- Institution: NATO Defense College (NDC)
- Location: Rome, Italy
- Program Duration: 3 to 5 months
- Number of Fellowships: Eight fellowships per year
- Application Deadline: March 10, 2025 (23:59 CET)
Focus Areas of the Fellowship:
- NDC Eisenhower (EISW) Fellowship Programme
- Partnership for Peace (PfP) Fellowship Programme
- Mediterranean Dialogue (MD) Fellowship Programme
- Other Military Cooperation/Partners Across the Globe Fellowship Programme (OMC/PAG)
Fellowship Benefits:
The NATO Defense College Fellowship provides the following benefits to its recipients:
- A stipend to cover living expenses during the fellowship period in Rome, Italy.
- Travel expenses to and from Rome for the duration of the fellowship.
Eligibility Criteria:
To qualify for the NATO Defense College Fellowships, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Languages Required: Proficiency in English is mandatory. Knowledge of French and/or Italian is beneficial but not required.
- Eligible Countries: Applicants must be from NATO Member States or countries that are part of the PfP, MD, and OMC/PAG frameworks.
- Additional Requirements:
- Must have a strong command of English or French.
- Must be computer literate.
- Demonstrate a keen interest in defense and security policy issues relevant to NATO’s agenda.
How to Apply for NATO Defense College Fellowships:
Follow these steps to apply for the NATO Defense College Fellowships:
- Online Application:
- Complete the online application form available on the official NATO Defense College website.
- Document Submission:
- Prepare a single PDF file containing the following documents:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Identification (ID): A copy of your Passport or National ID
- Short biography
- Email the PDF file to: fellowships@ndc.nato.int
- Prepare a single PDF file containing the following documents:
Important Notes:
- Application Deadline: Ensure that you submit your application by March 10, 2025 (23:59 CET).
- Selection Criteria: Applications will be reviewed based on their relevance to NATO’s research priorities, the quality of the research proposal, and the candidate’s academic and professional background.
- Only completed applications submitted by the deadline will be considered for evaluation.
Key Objectives of the Fellowship Program:
- Contribute to Research Directorate Activities: Fellows will work on topics that align with NATO’s research agenda.
- Enhance Understanding of NATO: Gain insights into NATO’s functions and initiatives while contributing to its mission.
- Provide Lectures: Engage with the NATO Regional Cooperation Course (NRCC) and Senior Course (SC) participants as needed.
- Develop Scholars: Support the growth of experts on NATO-related issues.
