Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP)

The purpose of the 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. A goal of the program is to broaden participation of the full spectrum of diverse talents in STEM. 

Fellowship Benefits

• Five year fellowship period with three years of financial support
• Annual stipend
• Cost-of-education allowance of $16,000 to the institution
• No post-graduate study service requirement
• Access to supplemental funding to sustain research while on medical deferral (e.g. family leave)

Learn More:

• Am I Eligible?
• How do I Apply?
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Apply 

From Past Winners

• Alex Hunter Huang
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• DJ Strouse
• Jean Fan
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