Opportunity Information: Apply for 13 584
Apply for 13 584
- The National Science Foundation in the science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 47.041 Engineering Grants 47.049 Mathematical and Physical Sciences 47.050 Geosciences 47.070 Computer and Information Science and Engineering 47.074 Biological Sciences 47.075 Social, Behavioral, and Economic Sciences 47.076 Education and Human Resources 47.079 Office of International Science and Engineering 47.081 Office of Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive Research.
- This funding opportunity was created on Aug 7, 2013 and posted on Aug 7, 2013.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Nov 7, 2013 Full Proposal Deadline(s) See solicitation for complete listing of deadline dates.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $325,000,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 2,700 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- PI LimitRefer to Section IV. Additional Eligibility Information.
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Opportunity Summary:
The NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP), run by the National Science Foundation (NSF), is a major federal fellowship intended to strengthen the United States scientific and engineering workforce by investing early in promising researchers. Its core goal is to support both excellence and diversity in the research community by identifying outstanding graduate students and giving them the financial backing and recognition needed to pursue research-based graduate degrees. The program is aimed at people at the beginning stages of graduate study who have already shown strong potential to make meaningful, long-term contributions to science and engineering research.
This opportunity is a discretionary grant funding program under the broad federal category of Science and Technology and other Research and Development. The NSF expected to make about 2,700 awards under this solicitation, with an estimated total funding amount of approximately $325,000,000. The listed award floor is $44,000, reflecting the scale of annual support associated with the fellowship. Importantly, the solicitation indicates that there is no cost sharing or matching requirement, meaning applicants are not expected to provide matching funds as part of the award.
GRFP covers fields that fall within NSF's mission and spans a wide range of disciplines across science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and related areas. The funding opportunity references multiple CFDA program areas tied to NSF directorates and offices, including Engineering (47.041), Mathematical and Physical Sciences (47.049), Geosciences (47.050), Computer and Information Science and Engineering (47.070), Biological Sciences (47.074), Social, Behavioral, and Economic Sciences (47.075), Education and Human Resources (47.076), the Office of International Science and Engineering (47.079), and the Office of Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (47.081). In practical terms, that list signals that the fellowship is not confined to a single discipline; it is designed to support a broad pipeline of researchers across many NSF-supported research areas.
From an eligibility standpoint, the listing indicates that eligible applicants fall under an "Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification)" category, and it also flags that principal investigator limits and other eligibility rules are detailed in the solicitation itself (Section IV, Additional Eligibility Information). Since GRFP is a fellowship for individuals rather than a typical institutional research grant, the eligibility requirements usually hinge on the applicant's academic stage, degree objective (research-based masters or PhD), and alignment of the proposed work with NSF-supported fields. The exact boundaries, restrictions, and submission rules are referenced as being contained in NSF Publication 13-584.
Key dates in the opportunity record show it was posted and created on August 7, 2013, with an original and current closing date of November 7, 2013, and an archive date of November 8, 2013. The notice also states that full proposal deadlines may vary and instructs applicants to consult the solicitation for the complete list of deadline dates. That usually matters because GRFP deadlines can differ by discipline or applicant category, so the official solicitation is the authoritative source for the correct due date and required submission components.
For support and troubleshooting, the contact information provided routes applicants to NSF's Grants.gov support team for access issues (grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov). The listing also notes help for problems linking to the announcement, though the contact line is cut off in the text provided. The official reference for complete details is the "Additional Information" link pointing to NSF Publication 13-584, which is where applicants would find the full requirements, eligibility rules, submission instructions, and review criteria.
NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) - FAQs
What is the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP)?
The NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) is a federal fellowship run by the National Science Foundation (NSF) intended to strengthen the United States scientific and engineering workforce by investing early in promising researchers. It supports both excellence and diversity in the research community by identifying outstanding graduate students and providing financial backing and professional recognition to pursue research-based graduate degrees.
What is the main purpose of this funding opportunity?
The core goal is to support people at the beginning stages of graduate study who have already shown strong potential to make meaningful, long-term contributions to science and engineering research. The program is designed to build a broad, high-quality pipeline of researchers across NSF-supported fields.
What type of federal funding opportunity is this?
This opportunity is described as a discretionary grant funding program under the broad federal category of Science and Technology and other Research and Development. While it is listed in grant terminology, GRFP is a fellowship program intended for individuals rather than a typical institutional research project award.
How many awards does NSF expect to make, and what is the total funding amount?
NSF expected to make about 2,700 awards under this solicitation, with an estimated total funding amount of approximately $325,000,000.
What is the listed award floor, and what does it represent?
The listed award floor is $44,000. In the context of the record provided, this reflects the scale of annual support associated with the fellowship.
Is there a cost sharing or matching requirement?
No. The opportunity explicitly states that there is no cost sharing or matching requirement, meaning applicants are not expected to provide matching funds as part of the award.
Which research fields and disciplines does GRFP support?
GRFP covers fields that fall within NSF's mission and spans a wide range of disciplines across science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and related areas. The listing indicates the program is not confined to a single discipline and is intended to support researchers across many NSF-supported research areas.
Which NSF program areas (CFDA listings) are referenced for this opportunity?
The funding opportunity references multiple CFDA program areas tied to NSF directorates and offices, including:
- Engineering (47.041)
- Mathematical and Physical Sciences (47.049)
- Geosciences (47.050)
- Computer and Information Science and Engineering (47.070)
- Biological Sciences (47.074)
- Social, Behavioral, and Economic Sciences (47.075)
- Education and Human Resources (47.076)
- Office of International Science and Engineering (47.079)
- Office of Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (47.081)
Who is eligible to apply based on the opportunity record?
The eligibility category shown is "Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification)." The record also notes that principal investigator limits and other eligibility rules are detailed in the solicitation itself (Section IV, Additional Eligibility Information).
Where are the full eligibility rules and limits explained?
The record points applicants to the official solicitation for eligibility rules, including Section IV (Additional Eligibility Information). It specifically references NSF Publication 13-584 as the source for the exact boundaries, restrictions, and submission rules.
Is this fellowship intended for institutions or individuals?
Based on the description provided, GRFP is a fellowship for individuals rather than a typical institutional research grant. The eligibility emphasis is described as hinging on the applicant's academic stage, degree objective (research-based masters or PhD), and alignment with NSF-supported fields, with precise rules contained in the solicitation.
What degree objectives does the program support?
The record indicates the fellowship is intended to support research-based graduate degrees and references degree objectives such as a research-based masters or PhD, with full requirements and boundaries detailed in NSF Publication 13-584.
When was this opportunity posted, and what are the key dates shown?
The key dates shown in the opportunity record are:
- Posted/created date: August 7, 2013
- Original closing date: November 7, 2013
- Current closing date: November 7, 2013
- Archive date: November 8, 2013
Do proposal deadlines vary for this opportunity?
Yes. The notice states that full proposal deadlines may vary and instructs applicants to consult the solicitation for the complete list of deadline dates. This matters because deadlines can differ by discipline or applicant category, and the solicitation is the authoritative source.
What is the authoritative source for complete application requirements and instructions?
The authoritative source for full details is the "Additional Information" link pointing to NSF Publication 13-584. That publication is described as containing the complete requirements, eligibility rules, submission instructions, and review criteria.
Who should applicants contact for access issues related to Grants.gov?
For access and troubleshooting related to Grants.gov, applicants are directed to NSF's Grants.gov support team at grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov.
What if there are problems linking to the announcement?
The listing notes that there is help for problems linking to the announcement, but the contact line is cut off in the provided text. For complete official guidance, the record points to NSF Publication 13-584 via the "Additional Information" link.
How does the program describe its focus on the research community?
The program description emphasizes supporting both excellence and diversity in the research community by identifying outstanding graduate students early and providing the backing and recognition needed to pursue research-based graduate degrees.
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