The National Science Foundation 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
We are offering two early NSF GRFP information sessions for students planning to apply this Fall 2017 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 2017.
NSF Info Session 1:
Tuesday, April 11 from 5 pm to 6 pm
Plant Sciences Building - Room 1130
RSVP to nsfgrfp@umd.edu
NSF Info Session 2:
Monday, April 17 from 5 pm to 6 pmPlant 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
134 MARYLAND SENIORS, RECENT ALUMNI, AND GRADUATE STUDENTS HAVE WON NSF GRADUATE FELLOWSHIPS IN THE PAST 4 YEARS!
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.
Eligibility: You must be a US citizen or Permanent Resident to apply for the NSF graduate research fellowship. You must be applying for graduate studies in an NSF supported field.
Deadlines to apply will be in late October 2017 for NSF GRFP awards . Planning early give you your best chance of success!
