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.