How to Apply

The 2009 GRFP application is now OPEN and closes in early November 2008. The application is available on NSF's FastLane module.

If you submitted an application during the 2007-2008 competition, you may login to FastLane to your application to view your status.

Eligible Applicants:

1. Are a US citizen, US national or permanent resident alien, and

2. Are a graduating senior; have completed a B.S./B.A. degree; or are in their 1st year or the first semester of their 2nd year in graduate school, and

3. Are pursuing a research-based master's or doctoral degree in the science, technology, engineering and mathematics fields supported by NSF.

Eligibility Timeline