Request for Applications: NSF 2020 & 2021 Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP)

This solicitation covers the Fiscal Year (FY) 2020 and FY2021 competitions. 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 full-time 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.

View the official NSF Solicitation for Applications

Application Deadline(s) (received by 5 p.m. local time of applicant’s mailing address):

FY2020

• Life Sciences, Geosciences - October 21, 2019
• Computer and Information Science and Engineering, Engineering, Materials Research - October 22, 2019
• Psychology, Social Sciences, STEM Education and Learning - October 24, 2019
• Chemistry, Mathematical Sciences, Physics and Astronomy - October 25, 2019

FY2021

• Life Sciences, Geosciences - October 19, 2020
• Computer and Information Science and Engineering, Engineering, Materials Research - October 20, 2020
• Psychology, Social Sciences, STEM Education and Learning - October 22, 2020
• Chemistry, Mathematical Sciences, Physics and Astronomy - October 23, 2020

Inquiries may be directed to Jong-on Hahm and Cristopher Hill via email (info@nsfgrfp.org) or call (866) 673-4737. You may also refer to the Program's Frequently Asked Questions.