Supports doctoral dissertations that explore the sources and nature of international conflict, and strategies to prevent or end conflict and to sustain peace. Citizens of all countries are eligible, but must be enrolled in an accredited college or university in the United States.

Senior Fellowships enable outstanding scholars, policymakers, journalists, and other professionals from around the world to conduct research at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington on important issues concerning international conflict and peace. The program integrates the work of senior fellows into the Institute's education, research, and training activities. Application deadline is usually in September. Peace Scholar Dissertation Fellowships allow students at U.S. universities to work on researching and writing doctoral dissertations on international conflict and peace. Citizens of all countries are eligible, but must be enrolled in an accredited college or university in the United States. Applicants must have completed all requirements for the degree except the dissertation by the commencement of the award. The dissertation fellowship award is currently $17,000 for one year and may be used to support writing or field research. Application deadline is usually in early January.

Deadline: January.

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