Upcoming Events

U.S. Naval War College events showcase the expansive depth and reach of our programs and faculty, and enhance our relevance to the U.S. Navy and national security.

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U.S. Naval War College Upcoming Events

The U.S. Naval War College (NWC) hosts Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro’s Current Strategy Forum (CSF) from June 13 – 14, 2023 on board Naval Station Newport, Rhode Island.

Current Strategy Forum

Tuesday, June 11-12, 2024
8:00 a.m.
Hybrid Event

The Current Strategy Forum was first held at U.S. Naval War College in May 1949. Their purpose was to bring together a small number of prominent civilian and military guests to discuss future U.S. strategy with senior officers attending the college.

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U.S. Naval War College Graduation

Friday, June 14, 2024
10:00 a.m.
U.S. Naval War College, 686 Cushing Rd, Newport, RI 02841

The U.S. Naval War College features a one-year graduate-level program that graduates about 600 resident and 1,000 distance learning students each year.

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U.S. Naval War College Closed for the Juneteenth Holiday

Wednesday, June 19, 2024
U.S. Naval War College, 686 Cushing Rd, Newport, RI 02841

The U.S. Naval War College will be closed June 19th, 2024 to observe the Juneteenth holiday.

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Executive Level Operational Level of Warfare Course

Monday, July 08-12, 2024
Evans Hall, U.S. Naval War College, 686 Cushing Rd, Newport, RI 02841

The Executive Level Operational Level of Warfare Course 24-3 begins on July 8th, 2024 and concludes on July 12th, 2024. This one-week course is taught three times a year at the College of Maritime Operational Warfare located at the U.S. Naval War College in Newport, Rhode Island.

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Executive Level Operational Level of Warfare Course

Monday, December 09-13, 2024
Evans Hall, U.S. Naval War College, 686 Cushing Rd, Newport, RI 02841

The Executive Level Operational Level of Warfare Course 25-1 begins on December 9th, 2024 and concludes on December 13th, 2024. This one-week course is taught three times a year at the College of Maritime Operational Warfare located at the U.S. Naval War College in Newport, Rhode Island.