2.  Review the proposal sections and application checklist to understand the requirements. 

3.  Using the link in the invitation email, login with the ID and password created for the preproposal.  If you have forgotten your password, click the forgotten password link on the log in screen. 

4.  Edit the populated information and enter other requested information. 

5.  Prepare the required forms/documentation.

6. Convert all documents to one (1) combined PDF file, named and ordered as required.

8.  Ensure the two confidential recommendation letters are uploaded to your application by the letter writer – a letter from your graduate advisor and a letter from a recommender who knows your work well.  The postdoctoral advisor letter submitted with your preproposal will be retained in the full application.  Links to helpful instructions and troubleshooting tips for these confidential documents are provided below under Assistance with Applications.

The application may be accessed and changed multiple times as needed prior to submission.  However, once the application has been submitted, it cannot be changed.  Applications will not be accepted and submitted applications cannot be changed after the application deadline has passed.  No exceptions.

Once the application is complete, click the “Review and Submit” button.  When all required fields have been entered and required attachments uploaded, a “Submit” button will appear.

Upon successful submission, you should receive a confirmation email.  If you do not receive email notification, please contact BWF Staff listed below.