National Science Foundation (NSF) - Mathematical Sciences Postdoctoral Research Fellowships (MSPRF)

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DeadlineThird Wednesday in October, Annually Thereafter

Award amount$5,000,000

Last checkedJun 28, 2026

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NSF 14-582: Mathematical Sciences Postdoctoral Research Fellowships (MSPRF)

NSF solicitation for Mathematical Sciences Postdoctoral Research Fellowships (MSPRF). Supports future leaders in mathematics and statistics.

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Deadline

Third Wednesday in October, Annually Thereafter

Award amount

$150,000 fellowship award

Eligibility

U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident alien; Doctoral degree held for no more than 2 years as of Jan 1 of award year; Propose research in mathematics or statistics; Not previously been a PI/co-PI of an NSF award (except GRF); Not submit duplicated research plan; Not previously offered MSPRF award

Requirements

Affiliate with institutions or organizations; Select sponsoring scientist; Submit proposal via NSF FastLane system; Follow NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG)

Application materials

Full proposal; Sponsoring scientist's statement; Letters of reference

How to apply

Submit proposal via NSF FastLane system; Follow proposal preparation and submission instructions

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