Program Overview

The Harriett G. Jenkins Predoctoral Fellowship Program (JPFP) increases the number of graduate degrees awarded to underrepresented persons (women, minorities, and/or persons with disabilities) participating in the STEM workforce, thereby eliminating the shortage of skilled workers. Approximately 20 students are selected annually to receive financial support for their graduate education. Fellowship tenure is a maximum of 36 months for individuals pursuing a doctorate and/or master's degree in NASA-related fields, for example; Aeronautics/Aerospace, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, etc.

A Few Highlights

• To date, 131 graduate students, representing over 50 institutions, have participated in the JPFP 
   
• 110 graduate student research awards were granted to facilitate research at NASA Centers

• 62 students have earned graduate degrees as a result of JPFP support

•  60% of the master’s degree recipients immediately continued their studies in a Ph.D. program