What is the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program?
The purpose of the National Science Foundation (NSF) Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) is to help ensure the quality, vitality, and diversity of the scientific and engineering workforce of the United States. The program recognizes and supports outstanding graduate students who are pursuing full-time research-based master's and doctoral degrees in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) or in STEM education.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO APPLY?
Applicants can review eligibility criteria listed in the program solicitation, which is updated annually on the NSF GRFP website.
What is the award?
The GRFP provides three years of support over a five-year fellowship period for the graduate education of individuals who have demonstrated their potential for significant research achievements in STEM or STEM education.
HOW DO I APPLY?
Students apply directly through the GRFP Application Module.
WHAT IS THE APPLICATION WINDOW?
The deadline is 5:00 p.m. local time of the applicant's mailing address. The date varies by discipline (see website for due dates).
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Contact GRF Operations Center
Telephone: (866) 673-4737
Email: [email protected]