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National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Support

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The NSF GRFP recognizes and supports outstanding graduate students in NSF-supported science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) disciplines who are pursuing research-based master’s and doctoral degrees. This fellowship includes three years of financial support over a five-year fellowship period. Deadlines vary by discipline, beginning on October 19th.

The Graduate School will be hosting interactive workshops for prospective applicants and faculty reference letter writers. All sessions are presented by Lea Marlor, Graduate Academic Coordinator.

  • NSF GRFP Workshop 1: Overview and Tips

    • When: Wednesday, Sept. 23 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

    • Details: Overview of fellowship components, eligibility, and strategies for a competitive application.

    • Registration: Register for Workshop 1

  • NSF GRFP Workshop 2: Crafting Your Statements (Content and Organization)

    • When: Monday, Sept. 28 | 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

    • Details: Deep dive into structure, content, and organization for Personal and Research Statements.

    • Registration: Register for Workshop 2

  • NSF GRFP Reference Letter Writer’s Workshop

In addition, the Graduate School will be offering writing support and drop-in office hours in the Library’s exhibit space on the first floor. Here you can get direct feedback and one-on-one writing support for your application materials.

  • Tuesday Schedule: 9/22 (2–3:30 p.m.), 9/29 (3–4:30 p.m.), 10/6 (10–11:30 a.m.), and 10/13 (1–2:30 p.m.)
  • Friday Schedule: 9/18 through 10/16 (9:30–11 a.m.), excluding 10/2.

See the NSF’s Graduate Research Fellowship Program website for more details. Questions? Contact Lea Marlor, NSF GRFP Support Coordinator, at gradschool@mtu.edu.

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