Harold Gulliksen Psychometric Research Fellowship Program 2026: $20,000 Stipend + Support for Psychometrics Dissertation

The Educational Testing Service (ETS) has opened applications for the Harold Gulliksen Psychometric Research Fellowship. This is a prestigious funding opportunity for doctoral students who are at the dissertation stage of their studies in psychometrics, statistics, or educational measurement.

Selected fellows will receive a stipend of $25,000 for the academic year, plus $8,000 to cover tuition and fees. Additionally, fellows are invited to participate in the ETS Summer Internship Program (often aligned with the Ida Lawrence Research Internship), which provides an additional stipend. If you are working on innovative research in educational assessment, this fellowship offers both the funding and the mentorship you need to succeed.

Fellowship Overview & Key Details

Program Components

This fellowship is unique because it combines on-campus research with industry exposure. Academic Year: You remain at your university, conducting your dissertation research under the supervision of your academic advisor and an ETS mentor. Summer Internship: Fellows are invited to the ETS Summer Internship Program in Research for Graduate Students (typically 8 weeks in Princeton, NJ). This experience includes a separate stipend (approx. $5,000) and travel allowances.

Eligibility Criteria

This program is designed for advanced doctoral candidates. To qualify, you must meet the following requirements:

• Academic Status: You must be enrolled in a doctoral program and have completed all coursework toward the PhD.
• Dissertation Stage: You must be at the dissertation stage (ABD status) at the time of application.
• Discipline: Your program must be in psychometrics, statistics, educational measurement, or quantitative methods.
• Research Topic: Your proposed dissertation topic must relate to research currently underway at ETS.

Financial Benefits

The fellowship provides comprehensive financial support: Stipend: $25,000 paid to your university for your stipend. Tuition/Fees: $8,000 to defray tuition costs. Research Grant: A small grant is often available to facilitate research work.

How to Apply

The application process involves a preliminary and a final stage. You will need:

1. Nomination Letter: From your academic advisor who will direct your research.
2. Letter of Interest: Describing your research and how it fits with ETS efforts.
3. CV & Transcripts: Documenting your scholarship (presentations, manuscripts, etc.).
4. Project Description: A detailed proposal of your dissertation research.

Official Application Link: Click Here to Apply for Harold Gulliksen Fellowship