the nsf graduate research fellowship program
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National Science Foundation. The NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program. Graduate Research Fellowship Program Operations Center. GRFP Key Elements. Three years of support – $ 121,500 $30,000 Stipend per year $10,500 Educational allowance to institution - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
Graduate Research Fellowship Program Operations Center
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National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program Information: www.nsf.gov/grfp or www.nsfgrfp.org
Apply at: www.fastlane.nsf.gov/grfp/
• Three years of support – $121,500
• $30,000 Stipend per year• $10,500 Educational allowance to institution
• May be used over 5 years
• International research opportunities
• Supercomputer access
• Portable – use it anywhere!!!
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National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program Information: www.nsf.gov/grfp or www.nsfgrfp.org
Apply at: www.fastlane.nsf.gov/grfp/
• U.S. citizens and permanent residents
• No prior graduate degree (except joint BS/MS)
• No more than 12 months prior graduate study
• Pursuing research-based MS and PhD
• Enrolled in accredited U.S. institution
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National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program Information: www.nsf.gov/grfp or www.nsfgrfp.org
Apply at: www.fastlane.nsf.gov/grfp/
• Application: Available NOW
• Deadlines: 7 pm Eastern Time
November 14, 2011- Engineering
November 15, 2011 - Mathematical Sciences; Computer and Information Sciences and Engineering; Chemistry; Physics and Astronomy; Materials Research
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National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program Information: www.nsf.gov/grfp or www.nsfgrfp.org
Apply at: www.fastlane.nsf.gov/grfp/
• The 7:00 p.m. Application Deadline (Eastern Time)
• Reference letters will be due by 7:00 p.m. (Eastern Time) on Tuesday, November 29
• Applicants with a previous graduate or professional degree in any field are not eligible.
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National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program Information: www.nsf.gov/grfp or www.nsfgrfp.org
Apply at: www.fastlane.nsf.gov/grfp/
Online through NSF FastLane
• Proposed plan of research (2 pages)
• Previous research experience (2 pages)
• Personal statement (2 pages)
• Transcripts
• Three letters of reference
Complete ApplicationComplete ApplicationComplete ApplicationComplete Application
National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program Information: www.nsf.gov/grfp or www.nsfgrfp.org
Apply at: www.fastlane.nsf.gov/grfp/
• Panelists are academic and research experts in your discipline, not necessarily in your research area
• Each application evaluated by 2 to 3 panelists
• Panelists spend approximately 25 minutes on each
• Your essays must be as clear and well-organized as possible
• Panelists provide constructive comments for applicants
Evaluation of applicationsEvaluation of applicationsEvaluation of applicationsEvaluation of applications
National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program Information: www.nsf.gov/grfp or www.nsfgrfp.org
Apply at: www.fastlane.nsf.gov/grfp/
Reference Letters
• Choose three appropriate reference writers:• Research supervisors/mentors• Teachers of advanced courses in your field who know
you well• Other science/math/engineering teachers who know
you well
• They should know you as a scientist and personally
• Share your application materials and the merit review criteria (good letters address Intellectual Merit and Broader Impacts)
Preparing a competitive Preparing a competitive applicationapplication
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National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program Information: www.nsf.gov/grfp or www.nsfgrfp.org
Apply at: www.fastlane.nsf.gov/grfp/
Two National Science Board-approved criteria
• Intellectual Merit
• Broader Impacts
Review CriteriaReview CriteriaReview CriteriaReview Criteria
National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program Information: www.nsf.gov/grfp or www.nsfgrfp.org
Apply at: www.fastlane.nsf.gov/grfp/
• Academic performance• Awards/honors• Communication skills• International experience• Independence/creativity• Publication/presentations• Research plan• Choice of institution• References• Research experience
Intellectual Merit AssessmentIntellectual Merit AssessmentIntellectual Merit AssessmentIntellectual Merit Assessment
National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program Information: www.nsf.gov/grfp or www.nsfgrfp.org
Apply at: www.fastlane.nsf.gov/grfp/
• Prior accomplishments
• Future plans
• Individual experiences
• Integration of research and education
• Potential to reach diverse audiences
• Impact on society
• Community outreach
• Leadership potential
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National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program Information: www.nsf.gov/grfp or www.nsfgrfp.org
Apply at: www.fastlane.nsf.gov/grfp/
***Discussion with experts, mentors,
and peers
***Construction; give to experts, mentors, and
peers to review
Reflection on your experiences and
proposed research on the real world
Polish to create final draft
Preparing a competitive Preparing a competitive applicationapplication
Preparing a competitive Preparing a competitive applicationapplication
National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program Information: www.nsf.gov/grfp or www.nsfgrfp.org
Apply at: www.fastlane.nsf.gov/grfp/
At www.nsfgrfp.org:
• Tips for applying
• Frequently asked questions
• Find GRFP resource people
• Other funding opportunities
Most Importantly:
*Your Professors and Mentors*
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