Join a community of scholars and practitioners dedicated to advancing the study and practice of irregular warfare.
The Irregular Warfare Initiative (IWI) 2026 Nonresident Fellows Program is a highly selective fellowship for professionals, academics, and military leaders. As a fellow, you will contribute to the public discourse on irregular warfare, participate in community events, and engage with a network of experts.
Program Details:
- Host Organization: The Irregular Warfare Initiative (IWI), a collaboration between the Modern War Institute at West Point and Princeton University’s Empirical Studies of Conflict Project.
- Commitments: Author or co-author at least one article for IWI and participate in bimonthly virtual engagements with senior members of the irregular warfare community.
Eligibility:
- Profile: Professionals, academics, and military leaders with a dedication to advancing the study and practice of irregular warfare. Applicants with diverse backgrounds are encouraged.
Application:
- Deadline: The application window for the 2026 program is currently open and will close on November 6, 2025.
- Link: https://irregularwarfare.org/iwi-fellows/







