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Research Training Programs in the Education Sciences - 84.305B

NCER
Program: Research Training Programs in the Education Sciences
Year:
2027
Request for Applications:
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Letter of intent due: Sep 03, 2026
Application deadline: Oct 01, 2026 11:59:59 PM EDT

Overview

In this announcement, the Institute of Education Sciences (IES) requests applications to its Research Training Programs in the Education Sciences (84.350B).

Since 2004, IES has invested in training programs to prepare individuals to conduct rigorous and relevant education research that advances knowledge within the field and addresses issues important to education policymakers and practitioners. Through these programs, the National Center for Education Research (NCER) seeks to fund new approaches to train and mentor students and researchers to encourage their entry into and success within education research careers. These efforts seek to improve the quality of education research and encourage new ideas, approaches, and perspectives.

For FY 2027, IES is competing the following training programs:

  • Early Career Development and Mentoring Program for Education Research
  • Methods Training for Education Research

Steps for submitting an application

    Review the IES Application Submission Guide

    The IES Application Submission Guide provides information on how to prepare and submit applications electronically through Grants.gov
    View the Application Submission Guide
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    Review the complete RFA for full requirements for this competition

    Download and complete the Application Package

    Grants.gov Application Packages provide all the forms that you must complete and submit to apply for the funding opportunities listed on this page.

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Request for Applications

Research Training Programs in Special Education - 84.324B

Application deadline: Oct 01, 2026 11:59:59 PM EDT
Learn more

IES supports research that addresses important issues in education and develops solutions that improve school readiness and academic achievement for all students.

Explore available opportunities

Have questions about this RFA?

If you have any questions regarding this funding opportunity, please reach out to the named program officer or attend office hours.

Program officer

Courtney Pollack

Education Research Analyst
National Center for Special Education Research (NCSER)
Courtney.Pollack@ed.gov

Emily Weaver

Education Research Analyst
National Center for Special Education Research (NCSER)
Emily.Weaver@ed.gov

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