Established in 1952, the Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) is the National Science Foundation (NSF)’s oldest graduate fellowship program. It supports outstanding graduate students pursuing research-based master’s or doctoral degrees in STEM or STEM-related fields, ranging from engineering to physical sciences, life sciences, and social sciences as well as STEM education.
Program highlights include:
- Financial support for three years (within a five-year period)
- Stipend: $37,000
- Cost of Education allowance: $16,000 per year
- No service requirement after completion of the fellowship
We encourage prospective applicants, faculty, and staff to view the GRFP Solicitation for eligibility requirements and program guidelines.
For additional information about the GRFP and the application deadlines, please visit www.nsfgrfp.org. The application deadline window from November 10-14, 2025, varies by program.