The NSF NCAR Advanced Study Program (ASP) is pleased to announce that we are now accepting applications from graduate students for the 2026 Graduate Visitor Program (GVP) Fellowship.
The NSF NCAR Advanced Study Program (ASP) Graduate Visitor Program (GVP) Fellowship, hosted by NSF NCAR Education, Engagement, and Early-Career Development (EdEC), offers an excellent opportunity for graduate students to spend time at NSF NCAR working on their thesis, dissertation, or final project equivalent, with guidance from NSF NCAR scientists and engineers. The GVP also provides a chance to develop research collaborations at NSF NCAR and to participate in professional development workshops and seminars. The fellowship covers travel expenses and provides a housing allowance for visits from 2 to 3 months. Visits longer than 3 months can be accommodated if the graduate student has additional co-sponsorship funds (either from their university or from their NSF NCAR collaborator). Additionally, the fellowship supports travel for the student’s advisor for a one-week visit during the student’s time at NSF NCAR.
These visits strengthen collaborations between NSF NCAR and universities, while supporting the research and professional development of participating graduate students. To be considered, applications must include a nomination from an NSF NCAR scientist or engineer as host, along with the student’s application and a collaboratively developed work plan.
Apply/Nominate here: https://edec.ucar.edu/advanced-study-program/graduate-visitor-program
Please share this opportunity with any interested graduate students, NSF NCAR scientists/engineers, and university partners.
Upcoming GVP Virtual Office Hours – September 29, 2025
GVP staff will host two virtual office hours on Monday, September 29, 2025, one for prospective graduate student visitors and one for hosts. These drop-in hours are informal and provide an opportunity to ask questions about the Graduate Visitor Program, including important updates to the 2026 application process.
Register using the links below:
Questions? Contact asp-gvp-program@ucar.edu
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Dana Lappen
EdEC Administrative Assistant III
NSF NCAR UCAR & UCP
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