KITP Graduate Fellowships The Graduate Fellowship program offers a unique opportunity for a select group of theoretical physics doctoral students to spend a minimum of 5 months (and up to 6 months) at KITP, participate in KITP research programs, and broaden their understanding of physics in areas of current research. KITP is committed to hosting a diverse group of scientists as graduate fellows, to be selected from nominations by program participants and graduate advisors worldwide. There are two ways to be considered for a KITP Graduate Fellowship: a candidate may apply directly or be nominated. In either case, the candidate will provide KITP with a CV and a 500-word essay that answers the question: "How will working at KITP dur