FAES Academic Programs Student Scholarship
FAES Academic Programs Student Scholarship supports self-funded students with tuition assistance for credit-bearing FAES coursework that advances their career or professional development.
This grant was recently updated
Application periods changed from Fall A (July 8–August 14, 2026) and Fall B (July 8–October 9, 2026) to Spring A (November 25, 2026–January 15, 2027) and Spring B (November 25, 2026–March 12, 2027). Award notifications are now due by January 20 and March 17, 2027, respectively.
Funder: Foundation for Advanced Education in the Sciences
Due Dates: January 15, 2027 (Spring Session A) | March 12, 2027 (Spring Session B)
Funding Amounts: $175 tuition credit for a one-credit course; $350 for a two-credit course or two-course bundle
Summary: Tuition assistance for self-funded students taking credit-bearing FAES courses that support career or professional development.
Key Information: Applicants are ineligible if an NIH lab or employer will fund the remaining tuition.
Description
The Foundation for Advanced Education in the Sciences (FAES) Academic Programs Student Scholarship supports self-funded students pursuing credit-bearing coursework connected to their career or professional development. It serves students at all levels at NIH who cannot obtain training funds, as well as self-funded non-NIH government employees, nonprofit employees, and members of the general public.
The scholarship provides a tuition credit toward FAES academic study rather than textbooks, materials, or fees. Applicants must explain how their selected course will advance their professional goals. Support is limited to one course per academic term, and recipients must complete the course for credit with a passing grade. Preference is given to applicants who have not previously received an FAES Academic Programs Scholarship.
