Computer and Information Science and Engineering Graduate Fellowships (CSGrad4US)
NSF's CSGrad4US Fellowship supports early-career professionals returning from the workforce to pursue research-based doctoral degrees in computing, with mentoring and three years of graduate funding.
Funder: U.S. National Science Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027: Full application submission deadline | May 2027: Reference letter submission deadline
Funding Amounts: Up to $159,000 total per fellow ($37,000 annual stipend + $16,000 cost-of-education allowance for 3 years, over a 5-year period)
Summary: Supports early-career professionals returning from the workforce to pursue research-based doctoral degrees in computer and information science and engineering, with a mentored prep program and three years of graduate funding.
Key Information: Forecasted dates; check program page for updates. U.S. citizens, nationals, or permanent residents only.
Description
The Computer and Information Science and Engineering Graduate Fellowships (CSGrad4US) provide a unique pathway for early-career professionals—especially those with practical work experience after earning a bachelor’s degree—to pursue research-based doctoral degrees in computer science, computer engineering, or information science. The program aims to increase domestic participation in advanced computing research and diversify the national computing workforce.
The fellowship process involves two phases:
- Phase 1: A part-time, mentored preparation program to help applicants navigate the graduate school application process, tailored for those currently working full-time.
- Phase 2: Upon successful enrollment in a qualifying doctoral program, fellows receive three years of financial support (stipend and cost-of-education allowance) over a five-year period.
CSGrad4US emphasizes personalized mentoring, academic and research development, and broadening participation in computing.
