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Gulf Research Program Science Policy Fellowships
The Gulf Research Program, a National Academies program, places scientists, engineers and health professionals for one year on the staff of federal, state, local or non-governmental agencies in the Gulf region to apply scientific knowledge to policy. Fellows who hold a master's degree or are enrolled in a doctoral program receive an annual stipend of $63,800, and fellows with a doctorate or equivalent professional degree receive $69,300, plus health insurance, a one-time $1,500 relocation payment and up to $5,000 for professional development. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and not full-time federal employees. The next cycle opens December 2, 2026 and closes February 24, 2027 at 5:00 pm ET, with fellowships beginning September 1, 2027. Twelve fellows in the 2026 cohort were announced on September 1, 2026.
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2027 cohort
Annual stipend $63,800 (master's or enrolled doctoral) or $69,300 (doctorate)
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Round history
| Round | Window | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 cohort | December 2, 2026 to February 24, 2027Deadline ahead | Annual stipend $63,800 (master's or enrolled doctoral) or $69,300 (doctorate) | nationalacademies.org |
| 2026 cohort | Dates not recordedClosed | 12 fellows | nationalacademies.org |
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