HERBERT SCOVILLE JR. PEACE FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM
Herbert Scoville Jr. Peace Fellowship
full · bachelors, masters
- ~$4,079 / month (est.)Monthly salary
- 6 to 9 monthsFellowship duration
- $1,000 development fundProfessional development
- About 30 host organizationsPlacement network
- 2 cohorts per yearFall and spring intakes
- Based in Washington, DCLocation
At a glance
full
Funding
€45k
Max amount
Oct 6, 2026
Deadline
United States (citizens)
Country
Herbert Scoville Jr. Peace Fellowship Program
Provider
The Herbert Scoville Jr. Peace Fellowship places recent graduates in full-time, paid positions for 6 to 9 months with one of about 30 participating nonprofit organizations in Washington, DC, working on peace and international security. Two cohorts run each year, a fall fellowship and a spring fellowship, and fellows choose their host organization after a round of interviews. The program pays a monthly salary of about 4,079 US dollars (roughly equivalent to ~45,000 US dollars on an annualized basis) plus basic health insurance, covers relocation and travel costs to Washington, DC, and adds a 1,000 US dollar professional development fund for conferences and courses. Fellows research and analyze security issues, write articles and reports, and help organize outreach events, while building a network through regular meetings with policy experts and alumni. Eligibility is limited to those who hold a bachelor's or master's degree by the start date, and to U.S. citizens or non-citizens residing in the U.S. with a valid work visa. Because the stipend rate, host-organization list, and exact deadlines are reset each cycle, confirm the current-cycle figures and dates on the official Scoville Fellowship page before you apply.
What's covered
- Monthly salary — Full-time salary of about ~$4,079 (est.) per month for the duration of the fellowship, paid by the program.
- Health insurance — Basic health insurance is provided for the fellowship period at no cost to the fellow.
- Professional development fund — A dedicated fund of ~$1,000 (est.) per fellow for conferences, courses, or other professional development needs.
- Relocation costs — Reimbursement of relocation costs for fellows moving to Washington, DC to take up the placement.
- Travel expenses — Coverage of travel costs to Washington, DC for the start of the fellowship.
- Mentoring and networking — Personalized mentorship from board members and former fellows, plus regular meetings with policy experts and alumni events.
How to apply
Applications are submitted online through the Submittable platform during the published application window for the chosen cohort.
- Confirm eligibility and cohort — Check that you meet the degree and residency requirements and decide whether to apply for the fall or spring cohort.
- Prepare your materials — Draft your essays and statements, update your resume, and arrange references in line with the official application instructions.
- Submit via Submittable — Upload all required documents on the Submittable platform before the deadline; you should receive a confirmation email within 24 hours.
- Interview and placement — Shortlisted finalists interview with the program and with prospective host organizations, then select a placement if offered the fellowship.
Eligibility
EducationMust hold a bachelor's or master's degree by the fellowship start date.
CitizenshipOpen to U.S. citizens, and to non-U.S. citizens residing in the U.S. with a valid work visa; non-residents living outside the U.S. are not eligible.
Relevant experienceDemonstrated interest in peace and security through coursework, graduate study, independent research, or public-interest activism.
Communication skillsStrong written and oral communication abilities, evidenced in the application materials.
Preference is given to applicants without prior public-interest or government experience in Washington, DC; the fellowship is highly selective, with a low acceptance rate in recent years.
Eligible countries
United States (citizens), Non-U.S. citizens residing in the United States with a valid work visa
Deadlines
Spring 2026 cohort~6 October 2026 (est.)
Fall 2026 cohort~15 January 2026 (est.)
Selection
Applications are reviewed by the program, and a group of finalists is invited to interview. Finalists then meet prospective host organizations from the network of participating nonprofits and, if selected, agree a placement. Selection weighs demonstrated interest in peace and security, the strength of the written application, communication skills, and fit with host organizations, with preference for candidates new to Washington, DC public-interest work.
Verified sources
- Herbert Scoville Jr. Peace Fellowshipscoville.orgofficial
- Scoville Fellowship applicationscoville.orgofficial
About the provider
The Herbert Scoville Jr. Peace Fellowship is a national fellowship program, established in 1987 in memory of arms-control expert Herbert Scoville Jr., that places early-career graduates with nonprofit organizations in Washington, DC working on peace and international security. It is governed by a board drawn from the peace and security community.
Frequently asked questions
Answers below are best-effort estimates from the most recent application cycle. Values marked ~ or (est.) may shift year-to-year — confirm specifics on the official scholarship page.
Who can apply for the Scoville Fellowship?
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Applicants who hold a bachelor's or master's degree by the start date and are U.S. citizens, or non-U.S. citizens residing in the U.S. with a valid work visa.
How much does the fellowship pay?
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It pays a salary of about ~$4,079 (est.) per month plus basic health insurance; confirm the exact current-cycle rate on the official page.
How long is the fellowship?
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Fellowships generally run for 6 to 9 months, in either a fall or a spring cohort.
Where is the fellowship based?
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Fellows are placed with participating nonprofit organizations in Washington, DC.
Is there extra funding beyond salary?
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Yes. There is a professional development fund of about ~$1,000 (est.) per fellow, plus relocation and travel cost coverage to Washington, DC.
Can international students apply?
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Only non-U.S. citizens who already reside in the United States with a valid work visa are eligible; people living outside the U.S. cannot apply.
Do I choose my host organization?
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Finalists interview with prospective host organizations and, if selected, choose a placement from the participating nonprofits.
How competitive is the fellowship?
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It is highly selective, with a low acceptance rate in recent years, so a strong, focused application matters.
How do I submit my application?
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Applications are submitted online through the Submittable platform, with a confirmation email expected within 24 hours.
When are the deadlines?
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The spring cohort deadline falls around early October (about 6 October 2026, est.) and the fall cohort around mid-January; verify dates on the official site.
Does prior Washington experience help or hurt?
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Preference is given to candidates who do not yet have public-interest or government experience in Washington, DC.
Where do I confirm the official details?
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On the official Scoville Peace Fellowship website, which lists the current stipend, host organizations, and application deadlines.