Hertz Fellowship (PhD award in applied science, engineering, and mathematics)

About this program

The Hertz Foundation offers one of the nation’s most prestigious PhD fellowships in applied science, engineering, and mathematics, providing up to five years of funding and lifetime membership in a multidisciplinary community of innovators; each year up to ~25 exceptional students are selected. Fellows receive mentorship, networking opportunities, and potential summer internships (e.g., with the Gates Foundation) to work on global development and health challenges. Applicants must be outstanding doctoral candidates in applied physical, biological, engineering, or mathematical sciences, and selection is highly competitive, emphasizing demonstrated creativity, leadership, and potential to address major societal and national challenges.