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The Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) is a grant from the National Science Foundation that funds early-stage graduate students pursuing research-based master's or doctoral degrees in NSF-supported science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields. Fellows receive a $37,000 annual stipend and a $16,000 cost-of-education allowance for three years of supported study.
Eligible applicants are U.S. citizens, nationals, or permanent residents who are in early-stage graduate programs. The program recognizes and supports outstanding students who show potential for significant research contributions. The application deadline is October 1, 2026.
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NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) | NSF - U.S. National Science Foundation NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) NSF's implementation of the revised 2 CFR NSF Financial Assistance awards (grants and cooperative agreements) made on or after October 1, 2024, will be subject to the applicable set of award conditions, dated October 1, 2024, available on the NSF website .
These terms and conditions are consistent with the revised guidance specified in the OMB Guidance for Federal Financial Assistance published in the Federal Register on April 22, 2024.
Important information for proposers All proposals must be submitted in accordance with the requirements specified in this funding opportunity and in the NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG) that is in effect for the relevant due date to which the proposal is being submitted. It is the responsibility of the proposer to ensure that the proposal meets these requirements.
Submitting a proposal prior to a specified deadline does not negate this requirement.
Updates to NSF Research Security Policies On July 10, 2025, NSF issued an Important Notice providing updates to the agency's research security policies, including a research security training requirement, Malign Foreign Talent Recruitment Program annual certification requirement, prohibition on Confucius institutes and an updated FFDR reporting and submission timeline.
Supports fellowships for outstanding graduate students who are pursuing full-time, research-based masters and doctoral degrees in science, technology, engineering or math (STEM), including education. Supports fellowships for outstanding graduate students who are pursuing full-time, research-based masters and doctoral degrees in science, technology, engineering or math (STEM), including education.
The purpose of the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) is to help ensure the quality, vitality, and strength of the scientific and engineering workforce of the United States. Since 1952, 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) fields, including STEM education.
NSF GRFP was established to recruit and support individuals who demonstrate the potential to make significant contributions in STEM, including STEM education. NSF encourages applications from the full spectrum of talent that the U.S. has to offer. The Graduate Research Fellowship Operations Center is responsible for processing applications and responding to requests for information.
Graduate Research Fellowship Program August 15, 2024 - Information and Intelligent Systems (IIS) Office Hours August 12, 2024 - DEB Virtual Office Hour: Graduate Research Fellowship Program July 18, 2024 - IOS Virtual Office Hour: Graduate Research Fellowship Program August 15, 2023 - Division of Biological Infrastructure (DBI) Virtual Office… August 9, 2023 - MCB Virtual Office Hour: Graduate Research Fellowship Program Additional program resources Non-NSF website with comprehensive information on how to apply, eligibility, phone numbers and email addresses Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for the Graduate Research Fellowship Program Administrative Guide for Fellows and Coordinating Officials List of Fellows and Honorable Mentions Awards made through this program Browse projects funded by this program Map of recent awards made through this program Directorate for Biological Sciences (BIO) Directorate for Computer and Information Science and Engineering (CISE) Directorate for STEM Education (EDU) Division of Graduate Education (EDU/DGE) Directorate for Engineering (ENG) Directorate for Geosciences (GEO) Directorate for Mathematical and Physical Sciences (MPS) Directorate for Social, Behavioral and Economic Sciences (SBE) Directorate for Technology, Innovation and Partnerships (TIP) Office of Integrative Activities (OD/OIA) Office of International Science and Engineering (OD/OISE) This program provides educational opportunities for Graduate students and Undergraduate students.
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Individuals early-stage graduate students pursuing research-based master's or PhD in NSF-supported fields; U. S. citizens, nationals, or permanent residents. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $37,000 annual stipend + $16,000 education allowance for 3 years Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is October 1, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
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Review timelines vary by funder. Federal agencies typically take 3-6 months from submission to award notification. Foundation grants may be faster, often 1-3 months. Check the program's timeline in the official solicitation for specific dates.
Many federal programs offer multi-year funding or allow competitive renewals. Check the official solicitation for continuation and renewal policies. Non-competing continuation applications are common for multi-year awards.
Improving Undergraduate STEM Education: Education & Human Resources (IUSE: EHR) Program is sponsored by National Science Foundation (NSF). This program promotes novel, creative, and transformative approaches to generating and using new knowledge about STEM teaching and learning to improve STEM education for undergraduate students. It supports projects that bring recent advances in STEM knowledge into undergraduate education, adapt, improve, and incorporate evidence-based practices, and lay the groundwork for institutional improvement in STEM education. Professional development for instructors to ensure adoption of new and effective pedagogical techniques is a potential topic of interest.
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR)/Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Phase I (NSF 24-579) is sponsored by National Science Foundation (NSF). This program provides non-dilutive funds for use-inspired research and development (R&D) of unproven, leading-edge technology innovations that address societal challenges. Small businesses must first submit a Project Pitch and receive an official invitation to submit a full proposal. The maximum award amount has been increased to $305,000, and the award duration is 6-18 months.
NSF Small Business Innovation Research / Small Business Technology Transfer Phase I Programs is sponsored by National Science Foundation (NSF). These programs provide non-dilutive funds for use-inspired research and development of unproven, leading-edge technology innovations that address societal challenges. NSF funds broadly across scientific and engineering disciplines and does not solicit specific technologies.
Graduate Student Research Grants is sponsored by American Society of Plant Taxonomists. These grants support graduate student research in plant taxonomy and systematics. Funding is intended to assist with costs related to field work, herbarium travel, or laboratory analysis for projects focused on plant diversity, including native North American flora.
Office of Science Graduate Student Research (SCGSR) Program 2025 Solicitation 1 is a grant from the U.S. Department of Energy Office of Science. This program creates a pathway for doctoral students to advance their PhD thesis research by conducting extended residencies at DOE National Laboratories alongside world-class scientists using state-of-the-art facilities. Eligible applicants are U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents actively pursuing PhDs at accredited U.S. institutions whose thesis research aligns with DOE Office of Science priority areas. Supplemental stipend awards cover living expenses during the laboratory residency, which typically lasts 3 to 12 months. Applications for 2025 Solicitation 1 are due May 6, 2026. Participants may also have opportunities for short international research visits to institutions such as CERN or RIKEN.