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 23-603: Mathematical Sciences Postdoctoral Research Fellowships (MSPRF)

Program solicitation for NSF's Mathematical Sciences Postdoctoral Research Fellowships (MSPRF). Details award information, eligibility, and submission.

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Deadline

Third Wednesday in October, Annually Thereafter

Award amount

$8,500,000 subject to availability of funds

Eligibility

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

Requirements

Proposals must be submitted via Research.gov.; Reference letters are required.; Must affiliate with an institution or organization.; Must select a sponsoring scientist.; Research plan must be in mathematics or statistics.

Application materials

Full Proposal; Reference letters; Proposal preparation instructions; Budgetary information; Research plan; Sponsoring scientist statement

How to apply

Submit proposals through Research.gov.; Follow NSF PAPPG guidelines.; Ensure proposal meets solicitation and PAPPG requirements.

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