Graduate Assistance in Areas of National Need (GAANN) fellowships are available to Ph.D. students at Georgia Tech who are completing a curriculum, and have research interests, in the field of polymeric materials science and engineering (PMSE). Fellows must be U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or persons providing evidence from the Immigration and Naturalization Service that they are in the United States for other than a temporary purpose with the intention of becoming permanent residents, or citizens of one of the Freely Associated States. In addition, fellows must be enrolled in the Ph.D. program in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Science and Engineering and have demonstrated financial need. Fellows receive a stipend up to $39,000 via combination of fellowship and assistantship funds.
Currently Enrolled Ph.D. Students (including Summer/Fall 2025 Matriculants)
Currently enrolled Ph.D. Students in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Materials Science and Engineering, who wish to be considered for the PMSE GAANN program, must:
- Complete the 2025-2026 FAFSA and GT Application for Scholarships and Financial Aid (GT APP)
- Complete this form.
Application Deadline: April 30, 2025
Applicants for Admission-Summer/Fall 2026
Applicants for Admission to Georgia Tech Ph.D. Programs in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, who wish to be considered for the PMSE GAANN program must:
- Complete an Institute application for admission and be offered admission
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Complete the 2026-2027 FAFSA and GT Application for Scholarships and Financial Aid (GT APP)
- Complete this form.
Application Deadline: January 15, 2026
The goal of this interdisciplinary GAANN fellowship program is to make a significant contribution to satisfying the nation's needs for Ph.D.s who are optimally trained to embark on research and teaching careers in polymeric materials science and engineering. As part of their degree program, GAANN fellows will: (i) complete polymer courses to satisfy degree course requirements, (ii) participate in Georgia Tech Polymer Network (GTPN) activities, (iii) complete a supervised teaching experience, and (iv) conduct thesis research in polymeric materials. Fellows who aspire to academic careers will be encouraged to complete the Tech to Teaching Faculty Preparation courses.
Note: The fellowship consists of an award of financial aid. Acceptance of subsidized loans and other fellowships will reduce the financial need and possibly decrease eligibility for GAANN support. Students must be appointed as a teaching or research assistant in order to received a GAANN fellowship.
