National Science Foundation (NSF)
NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP)
One of the most prestigious graduate fellowships in the U.S., designed for students showing exceptional potential in STEM research.
Award
Three years of support over five years; includes a $37,000 annual stipend plus a $16,000/year Cost-of-Education allowance
Deadline
Rolling / varies
Level
Graduate
Status
Rolling
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- Application effort
- Low (no essay or letters listed)
- Who can apply
- Graduate students
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Who is eligible
- U.S. citizens, nationals, or permanent residents
- Pursuing full-time, research-based M.S. or Ph.D. programs
How to apply
- Apply during the mid-October application window through the official NSF GRFP portal
Sources & verification
- Official listing:
- https://www.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/grfp-nsf-graduate-research-fellowship-program
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