Full support for STEM Graduate study with the following program objectives:

• • Increase the number of U.S. citizens or nationals trained in disciplines of science and engineering of military importance

• • Develop continuing relationships with recipients and the sponsoring military services; each service is responsible for mentoring and interacting with its selected awardees

• • Attract science and engineering baccalaureate graduates to pursue doctorates in DoD mission-related research areas from U.S. institutions