Common Questions about EPSCoR

How do I apply?

The GRSP is a competitive program. Awards are based on number of submissions, quality of proposals, and evaluation by a selection committee. Each year the GRSP Request for Proposals (RFP) is distributed to EPSCoR funded Principal Investigators in the state; they in turn distribute the RFP to eligible students.

Does my advisor have to be EPSCoR funded?

Yes

What are the deadlines?

The deadline to apply for the GRSP is usually in March.

What is a typical award amount?

Awards can amount up to $25,000 per student.

How many awards are available each year?

The number of awards is determined by the amount of funds available, and changes each round.

Who is eligible?

Participation is open to students at all ALEPSCoR universities with the following qualifications:

Their faculty advisor is funded by an EPSCoR related grant and has no more than two GRSP funded students at a time.
Their proposed research or field of study and career interests are congruent with the funded science and technology
EPSCoR programs of the National Science Foundation, Department of Energy, National Aeronautics Space Administration, US Department of Agriculture, and Environmental Protection Agency.

What are the requirements of the award?

Students must meet the following requirements:

Work under the supervision of an EPSCoR funding Principal Investigator
Maintain a GPA of 3.0/4.0 scale during the GRSP funding period
Devote themselves to graduate study and research during the tenure of the award
Conduct themselves in accordance with performance standards established by their institution
Presentation their research
Complete required reports

Where can I find the application?

Each year the GRSP Request for Proposals (RFP) is distributed to EPSCoR funded Principal Investigators in the state; they in turn distribute the RFP to eligible students.

How do I know if I was granted an award?

After the selection process (which usually takes place in May), you will be contacted by your institution’s GRSP campus coordinator with the amount that you have been awarded. The award will begin the following fall semester. If not awarded, you will receive a declination letter from your campus coordinator.

I have more questions, who do I contact?

Please contact your campus coordinator for your university.