Fannie and John Hertz Foundation Fellowship

The Hertz Foundation Fellowship provides substantial financial support to outstanding students pursuing doctoral degrees in the applied physical, biological, and engineering sciences, including applied mathematics and computer science. The fellowship is designed to support individuals who intend to direct their studies toward understanding and solving major, near-term problems facing society. The program offers comprehensive funding including a generous personal stipend, full tuition coverage, and additional support for fellows with dependent children. Fellows receive this support for up to five years, renewable annually, enabling them to focus fully on their doctoral research without financial constraints. The Hertz Foundation seeks to identify and support the most promising students who demonstrate both exceptional academic ability and a commitment to applying their research to address significant societal challenges.