NSF Graduate Fellowship Info Sessions - May 30 and June 7

NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION GRADUATE RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM

Are you planning or pursuing graduate studies toward a Ph.D. in life or physical sciences, math, engineering, or social/behavioral sciences? 

The NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (NSF GRFP) is the largest and one of the most prestigious awards available to support graduate studies toward Ph.D.’s in science, math, engineering, and social/behavioral fields. The NSF award provides 3 years of support, with an annual stipend of $34,000. You can learn more about the NSF award at www.nsfgrfp.org

The National Scholarships Office is offering two early summer NSF GRFP information sessions for students planning to apply this Fall 2018 or in subsequent years.  

Current undergraduates at all levels and recent alumni are welcome to attend, as are those who will be first or second year graduate students in Fall 2018.  

NSF Info Session 1:

Wednesday, May 30 from 4:05 pm to 5 pm

Plant Sciences Building - Room 1130
NSF GRFP Fall 2018 Deadlines:
October 22, 2018: Life Sciences – Geosciences
October 23, 2018: Engineering / Materials Research / Computer and Information Sciences and Engineering
October 25, 2018: Social Sciences – Psychology – STEM Education

October 26, 2018: Mathematical Sciences – Chemistry – Physics/Astronomy

RSVP to nsfgrfp@umd.edu

NSF Info Session 2:

Thursday, June 7 from 4:05 to 5 pm

Plant Sciences Building - Room 1130

RSVP to nsfgrfp@umd.edu

If you are interested but unable to attend either session please email us at: nsfgrfp@umd.edu 

Eligibility: You must be a US citizen or Permanent Resident to apply for the NSF Graduate research fellowship. You must be planning or pursuing graduate studies in an NSF supported field.  IMPORTANT: Students may apply TWICE for the NSF GRFP - once before starting graduate studies, and once during the first two years of graduate study. To enhance your chance of success is it essential to apply at each opportunity.