Overview

The Hertz Fellowship is awarded annually to the nation’s most promising graduate students in science and technology. Using a rigorous, merit-based process, the program seeks to identify innovators with the greatest potential to create transformative solutions to the world’s most urgent challenges. The Hertz Fellowships provides fuel for graduate students with the most exceptional potential. It grants them the freedom to pursue bold ideas, powerful collaborations, and promising opportunities – even if it means changing course at times or pursuing unexpected challenges. 

Eligibility 

Applicants must: 

• Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
• Intend to pursue a Ph.D. in the applied physical and biological sciences, mathematics, or engineering and intend to direct studies toward understanding and solving major, near-term problems facing society

Award

Fellowship recipients will receive five years of funding, valued at up to $250,000, and the freedom to pursue innovative ideas wherever they may lead; join a diverse community of more than 1,200 peers, creating lifelong connections that will accelerate their career; and be invited to special events through their career, including scientific symposia, professional development workshops, and social networking opportunities.

Application Status

Closed (will open in Fall 2024)

National Deadline

TBA

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