How to Apply

The 2009 GRFP application is now CLOSED and is expected to open in August 2009. The application will be available on NSF's FastLane module.

If you submitted an application during the 2008-2009 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