Research.gov - Graduate Research Fellowship Program

Your request could not be completed due to the following reasons:

For security reasons, your online session has timed out. Work saved prior to logout is still saved in the database. You must log in again to continue.

Quick Links

	Notice of Funding Opportunity

	Administrative Guide for Fellows and CO's

	Find GRFP Officials/Institutions

	FAQs

Graduate Research Fellowship Program


Welcome to the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP).
i The 2027 GRFP application period is now open. Please visit the Notice of Funding Opportunity for additional information, application guidance, and important dates.

NSF GRFP Competition Results
Award Offers and Honorable Mentions List

Reference Letter Submission Deadline

Reference Letters Must be Submitted by October 16, 2026 (Friday) 8:00 p.m. EASTERN TIME

For support see the Contact Information

Application Deadlines
Applications Must Be Received by 8:00 p.m. EASTERN TIME
October 19, 2026 (Monday): Life Sciences October 20, 2026 (Tuesday): Computer and Information Science and Engineering October 20, 2026 (Tuesday): Materials Research October 20, 2026 (Tuesday): Psychology October 20, 2026 (Tuesday): Social Sciences October 22, 2026 (Thursday): Engineering October 23, 2026 (Friday): Chemistry October 23, 2026 (Friday): Geosciences October 23, 2026 (Friday): Mathematical Sciences October 23, 2026 (Friday): Physics and Astronomy

Withdrawal Deadline

November 15, 2026 (Sunday): Application Withdrawal

You can withdraw your application anytime. November 15 is the last date to withdraw your application and not have it count towards the number of times to apply to GRFP.