NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) — FY 2027
StatusOpen / field-specific deadlines
Amount / valueThree years of support over five years; each supported year provides a $37,000 stipend plus a $16,000 cost-of-education allowance to the institution.
TimingOctober 19–23, 2026 depending on field; reference letters due October 16, 2026 at 8 PM ET.
Student levelUndergraduate; Graduate; Doctoral
FocusSTEM
BasisMerit / research; not need-based
Age / nontraditionalNo general age cap stated; academic-stage eligibility is the key restriction.
Last checked2026-09-21 · U.S. government
Eligibility summary
U.S. citizen/national/permanent resident and eligible academic stage; must pursue an eligible research-based master's or doctoral degree in an NSF-supported field. Detailed restrictions apply.
No service/payback requirement. Applicant field determines the exact deadline.
Eligibility
U.S. citizen/national/permanent resident and eligible academic stage; must pursue an eligible research-based master's or doctoral degree in an NSF-supported field. Detailed restrictions apply.
Important timing
October 19–23, 2026 depending on field; reference letters due October 16, 2026 at 8 PM ET.
Official source / application information
Official source / application information
Funding rules, deadlines, and availability can change. Verify the official source before applying.