The National Science Foundation (NSF) is offering the Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) to ensure the vitality and diversity of the U.S. scientific and engineering workforce. This grant is designed to recognize and support outstanding graduate students pursuing research-based master’s and doctoral degrees in fields aligned with NSF’s mission. The GRFP provides three years of support for the graduate education of individuals who have demonstrated potential for significant achievements in science and engineering research. The program’s core purpose is to cultivate future leaders and innovators in critical STEM disciplines across the nation.
Opportunity ID: 193074
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | 12-599 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 2000 |
| Assistance Listings: | 47.041 — Engineering Grants |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Aug 16, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Nov 19, 2012 See full solicitation for details |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Nov 19, 2012 See full solicitation for details |
| Archive Date: | Dec 19, 2012 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $243,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | – |
| Award Floor: | $42,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | *Organization Limit: Proposals may only be submitted by the following: – Fellowship applications must be submitted by the prospective Fellow. Applicants must register with Fastlane (<a href="https://www.fastlane.nsf.gov/fastlane.jsp">https://www.fastlane.nsf.gov/fastlane.jsp</a>) prior to submitting an application. Confirmation of acceptance in an NSF-approved graduate degree program is required at the time of Fellowship acceptance, by May 1, 2013. Prospective Fellowsmust enroll in an accredited United States university, college, or non-profit academic institution of higher education offering advanced degrees in science and engineering by Fall 2013. *PI Limit:Refer to Section IV. Additional Eligibility Information. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. National Science Foundation |
| Description: | The purpose of the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) is to help ensure the vitality and diversity of the scientific and engineering workforce in the United States. The program recognizes and supports outstanding graduate students who are pursuing research-based master’s and doctoral degrees in fields within NSF’s mission. The GRFP provides three years of support for the graduate education of individuals who have demonstrated their potential for significant achievements in science and engineering research. |
| Link to Additional Information: | NSF Publication 12-599 |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
NSF grants.gov support
grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov Email:grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov |
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