# NSF Astronomy and Astrophysics Postdoctoral Fellowships (AAPF)

NSF Astronomy and Astrophysics Postdoctoral Fellowships provide an opportunity for highly qualified, recent doctoral scientists to carry out an integrated program of independent research and education. Fellows may engage in observational, instrumental, theoretical, laboratory or archival data research in any area of astronomy or astrophysics, in combination with a coherent educational plan for the duration of the fellowship. The program supports researchers for a period of up to three years with fellowships that may be taken to eligible host institutions of their choice. The program is intended to recognize early-career investigators of significant potential and to provide them with experien...

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Source: grants_gov
Source ID: 342747
Last confirmed Oct 13, 2026 · Grants.gov
Deadline: October 15, 2026
Award size: not disclosed

## Answer-first Q&A

### Who is eligible for NSF Astronomy and Astrophysics Postdoctoral Fellowships (AAPF)?

NSF Astronomy and Astrophysics Postdoctoral Fellowships (AAPF) eligibility includes eligible applicants named in the notice. Geographic eligibility is national or notice-specific geography; applicants should confirm the source notice before applying.

### What is the deadline for NSF Astronomy and Astrophysics Postdoctoral Fellowships (AAPF)?

NSF Astronomy and Astrophysics Postdoctoral Fellowships (AAPF) has a listed deadline of October 15, 2026. Grant deadlines can change, so verify the current date with U.S. National Science Foundation before submitting.

### How much funding is available for NSF Astronomy and Astrophysics Postdoctoral Fellowships (AAPF)?

NSF Astronomy and Astrophysics Postdoctoral Fellowships (AAPF) lists an award size of not disclosed. Award ranges and total program funding are reported from the source metadata when available.

### Who funds NSF Astronomy and Astrophysics Postdoctoral Fellowships (AAPF)?

NSF Astronomy and Astrophysics Postdoctoral Fellowships (AAPF) is funded by U.S. National Science Foundation. GrantSonar tracks the notice with source ID 342747 from grants_gov.