NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program
(GRFP)
CONTACTS
| Name | Phone | Room | |
| Susan Brennan | info@nsfgrfp.org | (866) 673-4737 | |
| Erick Jones | info@nsfgrfp.org | (866) 673-4737 | |
| Gisele Muller-Parker | info@nsfgrfp.org | (866) 673-4737 | |
The Graduate Research Fellowship Operations Center is responsible for processing applications and responding to requests for information. General inquiries regarding the Graduate Research Fellowship Program should be made to: Graduate Research Fellowship Operations Center, telephone: 866-NSF-GRFP, 866-673-4737 (toll-free from the US and Canada) or 202-331-3542 (international). email: info@nsfgrfp.org
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PROGRAM GUIDELINES
Solicitation
16-588
Important Information for Proposers
A revised version of the NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG) (NSF 17-1), is effective for proposals submitted, or due, on or after January 30, 2017. Please be advised that, depending on the specified due date, the guidelines contained in NSF 17-1 may apply to proposals submitted in response to this funding opportunity.
DUE DATES
Full Proposal Deadline Date
October 23, 2017
Life Sciences, Geosciences
October 24, 2017
Computer and information Science and Engineering, Engineering, Materials Research
October 26, 2017
Psychology, Social Sciences, STEM Education and Learning
October 27, 2017
Chemistry, Mathematical Sciences, Physics and Astronomy
Application Deadline(s) (received by 5 p.m. local time of applicant’s mailing address): Fields of Study 2016 Deadlines 2017 Deadlines 2018 Deadlines Life Sciences, Geosciences October 24 (Monday) October 23 (Monday) October 22 (Monday) Computer and Information Science and Engineering, Engineering, Materials Research October 25 (Tuesday) October 24 (Tuesday) October 23 (Tuesday) Psychology, Social Sciences, STEM Education and Learning October 27 (Thursday) October 26 (Thursday) October 25 (Thursday) Chemistry, Mathematical Sciences, Physics and Astronomy October 28 (Friday) October 27 (Friday) October 26 (Friday) Reference Letter Submission November 3 (Thursday), 5:00 p.m. ET November 2 (Thursday), 5:00 p.m. ET November 1 (Thursday), 5:00 p.m. ET
SYNOPSIS
The purpose of the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) is to help ensure the vitality and diversity of the scientific and engineering workforce of the United States. The program recognizes and supports outstanding graduate students who are pursuing research-based master's and doctoral degrees in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) or in STEM education. The GRFP provides three years of support for the graduate education of individuals who have demonstrated their potential for significant research achievements in STEM or STEM education. NSF especially encourages women, members of underrepresented minority groups, persons with disabilities, veterans, and undergraduate seniors to apply.
EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY
This program provides educational opportunities for
Undergraduate Students,
Graduate Students
.
Individuals interested in applying for funding should see the program guidelines above.
RELATED URLS
• FAQs for Applicants
• FAQs for Reference Writers
• FAQs if you are already a Graduate Research Fellow
• Administrative Guide for Fellows and Coordinating Officials
• Official NSF web site describing the GRF Program
• Non-NSF website with comprehensive information on how to apply, eligibility, phone numbers and email addresses
• FAQs for Coordinating Officials
• List of Fellows and Honorable Mentions
• Graduate Research Opportunities Worldwide (GROW)
• Graduate Research Internship Program (GRIP)
What Has Been Funded (Recent Awards Made Through This Program, with Abstracts)
