Graduate Research Fellowship Program
Forecasted
North Carolina Space Grant’s Graduate Research Fellowship Program funds graduate students conducting original STEM research tied to NASA, commercial space, or ISS mission areas.
Funder: North Carolina Space Grant
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027: Student application deadline | March 2027: Faculty letter of recommendation deadline
Funding Amounts: $10,000 per award; ~13 fellowships annually; 12-month project period
Summary: Supports NC graduate students conducting STEM research aligned with NASA mission areas, commercial space, or the ISS, fostering career development in space-related science and engineering.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; all dates are projected and subject to change.
Description
The Graduate Research Fellowship Program from North Carolina Space Grant provides competitive funding for graduate students at NC colleges and universities to conduct original STEM research relevant to NASA mission directorates, commercial space, or the International Space Station. The program aims to support the development of the next generation of STEM leaders and researchers, offering mentorship, professional development, and opportunities for public engagement. Fellows undertake a 12-month research project under faculty supervision, with flexibility to conduct research on campus, at industrial/government facilities, or virtually.
