Simons Graduate Fellowships in Ecology and Evolution

Funding: $265,800 total over the award period (~$50,000/yr stipend, up to $25,000/yr education allowance, $3,000/yr research funds, plus indirect costs). Who can apply: Open to prospective/incoming PhD students entering a U.S. biology or life-sciences PhD program in 2026–2027 (holding at most a Bachelor's or Master's degree); not open to those already enrolled in a doctoral program before summer 2026. Length: Up to 3 years of support within a 5-year fellowship period. Field: STEM and Engineering. Deadline: June 30, 2026, 12:00 PM ET (letter of intent).