Student Research Funding & Support Opportunities
UNT provides a variety of funding opportunities, recognition awards, and support services to help students at all levels engage in impactful research. Explore fellowships, grants, professional development workshops, and resources designed to help you succeed.
Scholarships
UNT offers a variety of fellowships, scholarships, grants, and awards. Some academic departments offer nationally competitive scholarships. Additionally, UNT competitive scholarships of $1,000 or more per academic year may qualify for an out-of-state tuition waiver when meeting state requirements.
Externally Sponsored Fellowships and Grants
| Foundation | Name | Deadline | Links |
| U.S. Department of Energy | Marine Energy Fellowship | 3/27/2026 | Link |
| The White House Fellowship Program |
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| U.S. Department of Energy CSGF |
DOE Computational Science Graduate Fellowship | Link | |
| National Academies | Air Force Sciences & Technology Fellowship Program ( AF STFP ) | Rolling | Link |
| U.S. Office of Personnel Management | Presidential Management Fellows (PMF) Program | TBA | Link |
| National Institute on Aging (NIH) | F31: Individual Fellowships for PhD Students Award from NIA | Link | |
| National Institute on Aging (NIH) | Transition to Aging Research for Predoctoral Students | TBA | Link |
| National Science Foundation (NSF) | NSF EPSCoR Graduate Fellowship Program (EGFP) | 6/1/2026 | Link |
| National Science Foundation (NSF) | Expanding pathways to STEM careers for veterans | ||
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National Institute of Mental Health |
Student Intramural Research and Training Award | Rolling Admission | Link |
| The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History | Gilder Lehrman Research Fellowship | 10/26/2026 |
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Additional Funding Options
Working on campus offers a convenient and flexible way to earn money while attending UNT. Students can apply for hourly on-campus positions through the Career Center.
The Student Emergency Support Program supports students experiencing unforeseen financial hardship. Staff will connect you with personalized resources such as food assistance, payment plans or housing issues. Short-term emergency funding is available in certain situations and typically requires repayment within the same semester.