MIKE WESTRATE, PhD

Program Director
Office of Grants and Fellowships
gradgrants@nd.edu

Major Fellowships for STEM Graduate Students

This is NOT a complete list of all opportunities
Consult PIVOT, the research funding search engine, at pivot.cos.com for more programs.
Our office will assist you with finding and applying for opportunities—email gradgrants@nd.edu to set up a consultation.

Open to All Students, Including International Students:

IBM Ph.D. Fellowship [Multiyear]
For Ph.D. students in most disciplines with research projects that are important to IBM. Preference given to previous associations with IBM. Must be
nominated by a faculty member. http://www.research.ibm.com/university/awards/phdfellowship.shtml
Link Foundation Fellowship in the Energy Fields [Multiyear]
For students pursuing a doctorate related to energy, ocean engineering, or simulations and training. Usual deadline: December.
http://www.linkenergy.org/
NASA Earth and Space Science Fellowship (NESSF) [Multiyear]
For students at any level in U.S. institutions pursuing research related to earth science, heliophysics, planetary science, or astrophysics. Expected
deadline: February. https://goo.gl/aH7F3E
NIJ Graduate Research Fellowship (NIJ GRF-STEM) [Multiyear]
For students at U.S. institutions pursuing a doctorate broadly related to forensic techniques and analysis, criminal behavior, crime prevention, or victim
services. Funds dispersed after dissertation approval. Usual deadline: December. http://goo.gl/URxpmZ
American Heart Association (AHA) Midwest Affiliate Predoctoral Fellowship [Pre-dissertation]
For students with research broadly related to cardiovascular function and disease and stroke, or related to clinical, basic science, bioengineering or
biotechnology, or public health problems, including multidisciplinary efforts. Usual deadline: July. http://goo.gl/ppNdYK
NSF Biological Sciences Doctoral Dissertation Improvement Grant (DDIG) [Dissertation]
These grants provide partial support of doctoral dissertation research in topics related to behavioral and environmental biology. Costs related to
dissertation support, travel, and field research are covered. Usual deadline: October. http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=5234
Josephine de Karman Fellowship [Dissertation Completion]
De Karman dissertation completion fellowships are open to students in any discipline who will graduate by June of the fellowship year. Usual
deadline: January. http://www.dekarman.org/
Joseph L. Fisher Doctoral Dissertation Fellowship [Dissertation Completion]
Fellowships in support of doctoral dissertation research on issues related to the environment, natural resources, or energy, for students who will
graduate by June of the fellowship year. Usual deadline: February.
http://www.rff.org/About_RFF/Pages/JosephLFisherDoctoralDissertationFellowships.aspx

Open to International Students Only:

Organization of American States Scholarship [Pre-dissertation]
Open to students with citizenship in one of the 35 countries within the American States. Usual deadline: varies by country.
http://www.oas.org/en/scholarships/regular_program.asp
American Association of University Women (AAUW) International Fellowship [Multiyear, Women Only]
Provides renewable support for graduate or postgraduate study in the United States to women who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
Preference is given to women who show prior commitment to the advancement of women and girls through civic, community, or professional work.
Usual deadline: November. http://www.aauw.org/what-we-do/educational-funding-and-awards/
Schlumberger Faculty for the Future Fellowship [Multiyear, Women Only]
For women from developing and emerging economies in PhD or post-doctoral study in STEM and related disciplines. Preference given to leadership
and use of STEM education as a development tool in home countries. Usual deadline: November. http://www.facultyforthefuture.net/

Open to Underrepresented Minority Students Only:

GEM Fellowship [Multiyear]
Financial support for MS and PhD students in STEM, as well as connections to internship and hiring opportunities. GEM has a solid success record in
implementing effective programs to increase the recruitment, retention, and graduation of minority students. Usual deadline: November.
http://www.gemfellowship.org/gem-fellowship
Ford Foundation Predoctoral Fellowship [Pre-dissertation]
Awards made to individuals who are committed to careers in teaching and research at the university level, show promise of future achievement, and
are well prepared to use diversity as a resource for enriching the education of all students. Usual deadline: November.
http://sites.nationalacademies.org/PGA/FordFellowships/PGA_047958
Ford Foundation Dissertation Fellowship [Dissertation Completion]
For students expecting to graduate within 9-12 months. Awards made to individuals who are committed to careers in teaching and research at the
university level, show promise of future achievement, and are well prepared to use diversity as a resource for enriching the education of all students.
Usual deadline: November. http://sites.nationalacademies.org/PGA/FordFellowships/PGA_047959
** CONTINUES ON OTHER SIDE**
Open to Domestic Students Only (permanent residents may apply to many of these):
National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program (NSF GRFP) [Multiyear]
A portable 3-year fellowship for first- and second-year graduate students who intend to pursue a doctoral degree at U.S. institutions. The Office of
Grants and Fellowships hosts a workshop series for students applying. Usual deadline: November, varies by discipline. http://www.nsfgrfp.org/
Department of Defense National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate (DOD NDSEG) Fellowships [Multiyear]
A portable 3-year fellowship for first- and second-year graduate students who intend to pursue a doctoral degree in STEM. Usual deadline: December.
http://ndseg.asee.org/
Department of Defense SMART Scholarship [Multiyear]
Full scholarships for U.S. citizens studying STEM. Includes summer DOD internships and a DOD-supported job upon degree completion. Usual
deadline: March. http://smart.asee.org/about
Department of Energy Nuclear Energy University Program Fellowship (DOE NEUP) [Multiyear]
Fellowships for first- and second-year graduate students in science and engineering programs related to nuclear energy. A 10-week internship at a
secondary DOE or IUP facility is required. Notre Dame has recently acquired IUP status for eligibility. Usual deadline: varies.
https://inlportal.inl.gov/portal/server.pt/community/neup_home/600/fellowships
Department of Energy National Nuclear Security Admin. Stewardship Science Graduate Fellowship (DOE NNSA SSGF) [Multiyear]
For first- and second-year PhD students with research related to stewardship science, nuclear energy, and physics. Fellowship is accompanied by
practical work experience at DOE NNSA research facilities. Usual deadline: January. http://www.krellinst.org/ssgf/
Department of Energy Computational Science Graduate Fellowship (DOE CSGF) [Multiyear]
For first-year graduate students in STEM-related disciplines using math and computing to tackle research problems. Usual deadline: January.
https://www.krellinst.org/csgf/
EPA Science to Achieve Results Fellowship (EPA STAR) [Multiyear]
Multiyear fellowships for MS and PhD students at any level pursuing research broadly related to the environment and human health. Women,
minorities, and people with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply. Usual deadline: May.
http://epa.gov/ncer/rfa/2015/2015_star_gradfellow.html
NASA Space Technology Research Fellowship (NSTRF) [Multiyear]
Supports up to 3 years of graduate research to be completed both on campus and in a NASA-affiliated lab. For STEM and related fields. Usual
deadlines: 2 phases (November and May). http://nspires.nasaprs.com/external/index.do
National Physical Sciences Consortium Fellowships [Multiyear]
Up to 6 years of support for US citizens pursuing graduate degrees in the physical sciences and related engineering fields, emphasizing recruitment of
a diverse applicant pool. Nomination required. Usual deadline: November. http://www.npsc.org/index.html
Hertz Foundation Fellowship [Multiyear]
Up to 5 years of support for first-year PhD students in applied physical, biological, and engineering sciences willing to make a moral commitment to
employ their technical skills in a national emergency. Usual deadline: November.
http://www.hertzfoundation.org/dx/fellowships/fellowshipaward.aspx
PhRMA Foundation Pre Doctoral Fellowships [Multiyear]
Funding for Ph.D. students who expect to graduate within two years of the award and with research related to health or informatics. Usual deadline:
varies. http://www.phrmafoundation.org/2015-awards/pre-doctoral-fellowship-awards/
Society of Women Engineers Scholarships [Multiyear, Women Only]
Multiple scholarships in varying amounts for women at all levels of undergraduate and graduate studies in fields related to engineering, engineering
technology, and computing. Deadline: February. http://societyofwomenengineers.swe.org/scholarships#activePanels_
NIH Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Awards for Individual Predoctoral Fellows (F31)* [Pre-dissertation]
Support for promising doctoral candidates who will be performing dissertation research and training in scientific health-related fields relevant to the
missions of the participating NIH Institutes and Centers. Usual deadline: 3 phases (fall, spring, and summer). http://grants.nih.gov/training/nrsa.htm
Fulbright U.S. Student Program [Academic Year]
Prestigious fellowship that allows for a study, research, or ESL teaching abroad. Encourages STEM students to apply. The Office of Grants and
Fellowships hosts a workshop series for students applying. Notre Dame Campus deadline: August 31. http://us.fulbrightonline.org/
Whitaker International Program [Academic Year]
The Whitaker International Program sends emerging leaders in U.S. biomedical engineering or bioengineering overseas to undertake a self-designed
project that will enhance their careers within the field. Program ends in 2017. Usual deadline: January. http://www.whitaker.org/
Thermo Scientific Pierce Scholarship Program [Academic Year]
For students in biology, chemistry, biochemistry or a related life science field. Quick & easy application; funding can be “stackable” with other
awards. Usual deadline: July. http://www.pierce-antibodies.com/PierceScholarship/#
Presidential Management Fellows STEM (PMF STEM) [Dissertation Completion]
Fellowships and job appointments for MS, PhD, and professional degree students who will graduate within two years. Includes a government job in a
key STEM field and the opportunity to contribute feedback on policies. Preference given to veterans and enrolled tribal members. Online assessment in
addition to application is required. Usual deadline: varies. http://www.pmf.gov/the-opportunity/pmf-stem.aspx
American Association of University Women (AAUW) American Fellowship [Dissertation Completion, Women Only]
Supports women completing their dissertation writing during the award year. Candidates must show commitment to helping women and girls through
service or field of research. Usual deadline: November. http://www.aauw.org/what-we-do/educational-funding-and-awards/american-fellowships/