PNNL-WSU Distinguished Graduate Research Program (DGRP)
DGRP is a prestigious collaboration between Washington State University (WSU) and Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL), providing enhanced experience for the students. The DGRP is particularly interested in helping to recruit outstanding students to WSU graduate programs primarily in chemical conversions and catalysis; power systems engineering; nuclear science and technology; and advanced computing, mathematics, and data science and analytics. This unique four-year Ph.D. program offers students the opportunity to work alongside world-class researchers at both institutions. Participants receive a competitive stipend, tuition waiver, and benefits, funded jointly by WSU and PNNL advisors. Students begin their studies at WSU and later transition to PNNL for immersive, hands-on research. With access to cutting-edge facilities and mentorship from nationally recognized scientists, DGRP scholars are empowered to make impactful contributions to nationally relevant challenges.
Deadline and website
Advisor application priority Deadline is early November; the hard deadline is early February. Student application priority Deadline is early February; the hard deadline is early March.
DGRP website: https://natlab.wsu.edu/dgrp/
Eligibility Guidelines
- Have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, however, students with higher GPAs are typically more competitive
- Be enrolled in a Ph.D. program by September 1st of the year when applying to DGRP.
Required Materials for Submission
- Letter of Intent
- Both Advisers Curriculum Vitae
- Research statement
Student Application
- WSU graduate school application packet
- Current Curriculum Vitae