National Fellowship Program - Graduate Women In Science
Information on the GWIS National Fellowship Program, including program description, eligibility, award terms, expenses covered, and application instructions for the 2026-2027 cycle.
Women in STEM, Life Science, and related Social Science fields.; Hold a degree from a recognized institution of higher learning.; Demonstrate outstanding ability and promise in research.; Performing hypothesis-driven research at any institution in the U.S. or abroad.; Identify as a woman in science, irrespective of race, religion, nationality, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, or age.; GWIS membership is required by the application deadline.
Requirements
Application, including letters of recommendation, must be received on or before the deadline.; Indicate all pending sources of funding on the application form.; If human or animal subjects are used, committee approval must be included.; Research involving field collections must show evidence of proper collecting permits.; Submit a one-page progress report and annual expense report within a month of the fellowship period end.
Application materials
Application guidelines; Online application portal; Letters of recommendation
How to apply
Use the online application portal.; Review online application portal user instructions.; Check out the FAQ section before applying.
Important dates
Deadline for all application materials: Monday, January 12, 2026 at 5:00:00 pm Eastern Time.
Contact
nfp@gwis.org
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