More information available at: http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=6201

• Full Proposal Deadline: Nov. 13, 2012 -- Engineering; Computer and Information Sciences and Engineering; Materials Research
• Full Proposal Deadline: Nov. 14, 2012 -- Mathematical Sciences; Chemistry; Physics and Astronomy
• Full Proposal Deadline: Nov. 16, 2012 -- Social Sciences; Psychology; STEM Education and Learning
• Full Proposal Deadline: Nov. 19, 2012 -- Life Sciences; Geosciences

The purpose of the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) is to help ensure the vitality and diversity of the scientific and engineering workforce in the United States. The program recognizes and supports outstanding graduate students who are pursuing research-based master's and doctoral degrees in fields within NSF's mission. The GRFP provides three years of support for the graduate education of individuals who have demonstrated their potential for significant achievements in science and engineering research.

Fellowship applications must be submitted by the prospective Fellow. Applicants must register with Fastlane (https://www.fastlane.nsf.gov/fastlane.jsp) prior to submitting an application. Confirmation of acceptance in an NSF-approved graduate degree program is required at the time of Fellowship acceptance, by May 1, 2013. Prospective Fellows must enroll in an accredited United States university, college, or non-profit academic institution of higher education offering advanced degrees in science and engineering by Fall 2013.