Dissertation and Thesis Improvement Fellowship
This fellowship funds graduate research in NASA-related space science and engineering, supporting specialized research needs to enhance Master’s or Doctoral thesis and dissertation projects.
Funder: Florida Space Grant Consortium
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027: Notice of intent (email title and 250-word abstract) deadline (projected) | May 2027: Full proposal electronic submission deadline (projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000 per fellowship (1-year max); 7–8 awards anticipated annually; no indirect costs.
Summary: Supports graduate research in NASA-related space science and engineering by funding supplemental project needs not typically covered by universities.
Key Information: No more than 2 students per PI; U.S. citizens only; only FSGC-affiliated institutions eligible.
Description
The Dissertation and Thesis Improvement Fellowship offered by the Florida Space Grant Consortium provides supplemental funding for graduate students pursuing Master’s thesis or Doctoral dissertation research in NASA-aligned space science and engineering fields. The fellowship is designed to enhance the quality and impact of graduate research by funding activities and items not typically available through the student's university or other sources. Eligible expenses include travel to specialized facilities, attendance at professional meetings, use of specialized research equipment, laboratory supplies, software licenses, and dissertation preparation costs. The fellowship does not cover salaries, tuition, or indirect costs. Research proposals must align with one or more of NASA’s Mission Directorates.
