National Scholarships and Fellowships

Links to nationally competitive scholarships, fellowships, and awards

Fulbright U.S. Student Program
NSF Graduation Research Fellowship Program (GRFP)
Truman Scholarship
Goldwater Scholarship
Gilman Scholarship
Public Policy and International Affairs Fellowship
More Scholarships and Fellowships

Fulbright U.S. Student Program

Fulbright grant recipients receive full funding for an academic year; options include serving as an English teaching assistant, doing independent research or creative arts project, or pursuing a graduate degree abroad. Must be a U.S. citizen to apply.

A-State Campus Deadline: Mid-September
http://us.fulbrightonline.org

NSF Graduation Research Fellowship Program (GRFP)

The NSF GRFP awards full funding for 3 years of master's/PhD study for U.S. citizens aspiring to careers in research. Pre-professional applicants are not supported by the NSF.

Deadline: Late October
https://www.nsfgrfp.org

FAQ:

Am I eligible to apply for the NSF GRFP? To determine eligibility, start with NSF's application eligibility tool. If you still have questions, contact Jennifer Salo or Kari Harris.
If I get the award, do I have to use it for graduate school at A-State? No, your GRFP award can be used for any eligible graduate degree program at most U.S. colleges and universities. (Specific NSF wording can be found here)
Is my intended field of study eligible for GRFP? The GRFP is intended for students pursuing full-time research-based master's and doctoral degrees in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. The eligible categories for 2026 include: Life Sciences, Computer and Information Science, Engineering, Psychology, Social Sciences, Chemistry, Geosciences, Mathematical Sciences, Physics, and Astronomy. For more information on eligible fields of study, see the 2026 Notice of Funding Opportunity and read the Program Solicitation.

A-State GRFP Workshop Series - APPLY HERE

SESSION 1 | SEPTEMBER 21 | 3-5 PM

Building the Foundation

Develop your research question, review the proposal components, and explore storytelling, promotional language, and strong topic sentences.

LOCATION LIB 6th Fl Conf Rm

SESSION 2 | SEPTEMBER 28 | 3-5 PM

Graduate Research Plan Statement

Bring your outline, ideas, and notes for discussion and feedback. Identify missing elements and opportunities to strengthen your research plan.

LOCATION LIB 6th Fl Conf Rm

SESSION 3 | OCTOBER 5 | 3-5 PM

Personal, Relevant Background, and Future Goals Statement

Bring your outline, ideas, and notes for discussion and feedback. Explore ways to strengthen your experiences, goals, and overall narrative.

LOCATION LIB 6th Fl Conf Rm

SESSION 4 | OCTOBER 12 | 3-5 PM

Refining the Application

Condense and polish your writing, review references cited, and confirm that Intellectual Merit and Broader Impacts are addressed throughout.

LOCATION LIB 6th Fl Conf Rm

Truman Scholarship

A $30,000 graduate school or professional school scholarship for students committed to a career in a public service field. Must apply during your junior year; U.S. citizenship is required.

A-State Campus Deadline: Early December
http://www.truman.gov

Goldwater Scholarship

Up to $7,500 per year for STEM majors with undergraduate research experience who are on a research master’s/PhD path. Must apply during sophomore or junior year; U.S. citizenship is required.

A-State Campus Deadline: Early December
https://goldwaterscholarship.gov

Gilman Scholarship

Up to $5,000 toward study or internship abroad for Pell grant recipients. Must be an undergraduate student pursuing an abroad program through A-State; U.S. citizenship required.

Deadline: October and March
https://www.gilmanscholarship.org

Public Policy and International Affairs Fellowship

Full funding plus a stipend for summer study at a top U.S. policy school, with over $5,000 in graduate school scholarships available upon completion. Must apply in your junior year; U.S. students and international students may be eligible.