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NSF Computer and Information Science and Engineering Graduate Fellowship (CSGrad4US) is a grant from the National Science Foundation that funds bachelor's degree holders returning to academia to pursue doctoral degrees in computer and information science and engineering fields.
The program aims to increase the number and diversity of domestic graduate students pursuing careers in CISE fields, targeting those who have left academia and wish to return for graduate study. Eligible applicants must be U.S. citizens, nationals, or permanent residents who hold a bachelor's degree and are not currently enrolled in a PhD program. The fellowship provides ,000 in total support, with a May 31, 2026 application deadline.
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CISE Graduate Fellowships Directorate for Computer and Information Science and Engineering (CISE) Share on X (formerly known as Twitter) Current application has closed. The Computer and Information Science and Engineering Graduate Fellowships (CSGrad4US) program aims to increase the number and diversity of domestic graduate students pursuing careers in computer and information science and engineering fields.
The program helps bachelor’s degree holders return to academia and pursue their research interests, enabling them to engage in innovative and high-impact projects without the burden of financial constraints. Each year, a diverse cohort of CSGrad4US fellows is selected based on their demonstrated interest and potential in pursuing a doctorate in a CISE field.
As of spring 2023, a total of 71 fellows have enrolled in a qualifying doctorate program. Ph. D.
Students working at the whiteboard in the QuICS space in the Atlantic Building. Credit: John T. Consoli/University of Maryland CSGrad4US fellowships make graduate school more accessible through: Mentorship .
All fellows participate in a year-long preparation program. Mentors and coaches help the fellows identify a graduate program, find a research mentor, and apply to graduate programs. Fellows also form a network with one another and with faculty advisors.
Funding . Once enrolled in a qualifying graduate program, fellows receive the following funding each year for three years. This funding is paid through the fellow's institution: $16,000 per year cost-of-education allowance.
To be eligible for the CSGrad4US program, applicants must : Be a U.S. citizen, national or permanent resident. Intend to apply for full-time enrollment in a research-based doctoral degree program in a CISE field within two years. Have graduated with a bachelor's degree before December 31 of the previous year.
Applicants are not eligible for the CSGrad4US program if they: Have ever enrolled in or have a pending application or offer of admission for a doctoral degree-granting program in a CISE discipline. Have been enrolled in any degree-granting program after January 1 of the current year. Have previously accepted an NSF Graduate Research Fellowship grant.
A student practices hands-on router configuration in a classroom convergence lab. Credit: from ATE Centers Impact 2016-2017 ( www. atecenters.
org ) The fellowship application is open January 15 – May 31, 2024. Those accepted will have access to the mentoring program August – December, 2024. To apply for the CSGrad4US program, you will need: Personal statement #1 describing relevant background experience.
Personal statement #2 describing contributions to addressing underrepresentation in CISE disciplines. Read the full description of eligibility and application requirements in the Dear Colleague Letter. Apply for program: Early summer.
Receive notification of award: Late summer. Participate in mentored preparation program: Fall through the following summer. Enroll in doctoral degree-granting programs: Next fall.
Four CSGrad4US fellows share their experience and how the program impacted their education. Alysa Cantu, Brown University Alyssa Cantu, who concentrated in computational biology at Brown University, transitioned from experimental lab-focused research as an undergraduate to computational research at the Texas Advanced Computing Center. Inspired by her supportive environment and colleagues, Cantu applied for the CSGrad4US fellowship.
Cantu is pursuing a computer science doctorate at Rice University, where she explores alternative splicing differences across Alzheimer's disease-associated cell types. Read the Brown Computer Science News story . Steven Shi, Brown University Steven Shi, who concentrated in computer science and mathematics at Brown University, worked as a software engineer at SingleStore and Google.
Despite his success in industry, Shi's ambition to become a professor led him to the CSGrad4US fellowship, allowing him to pursue a computer science doctorate at The University of Texas at Austin, where he researches high performance multi-agent reinforcement learning simulations. Read the Brown Computer Science News story .
Leah Lackey, Cornell University Graduate School Credit: Cornell University Graduate School Leah Lackey, who is focusing on motion planning and machine learning in robotics, highlights the program's role not only in securing funding but also in establishing a supportive network through group meetings, panels and one-on-one mentoring. Read the Cornell Graduate School announcement .
Travis Lloyd, Cornell University Graduate School Credit: Cornell University Graduate School Travis Lloyd, who studies how new technologies influence power dynamics in society, credits the fellowship for helping him clarify his goals and present himself as a strong applicant. He emphasizes the invaluable encouragement and guidance he received during the application process, making the prospect of a doctorate more accessible.
Read the Cornell Graduate School announcement . The CSGrad4US program is administered by the Computer Research Association . For questions about the application process, please email csgrad4us@cra.
org .
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: U. S. citizens, nationals, or permanent residents who have a bachelor's degree and are not currently enrolled in a PhD program. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
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