The Surge Fellowship Program offers exceptional incoming Ph.D. students in engineering a comprehensive 5-year financial support package valued at $141,000, including full tuition waiver and university-sponsored health, vision, and dental insurance. Fellows benefit from peer mentorship and networking opportunities. Selection is based on academic application materials with no additional requirements, supporting students aligned with the college's mission and values.
Eligibility is limited to exceptional incoming Ph.D. students who embody the Grainger College of Engineering's mission and values. Applicants must be admitted to a Grainger Engineering Ph.D. program for the upcoming fall term.