Cooperative AgreementPostedDiscretionary

University Nuclear Leadership Program– Scholarship and Fellowship Support

Idaho Field Office
DE-FOA-0002265
Application Deadline
Oct 14, 2030
1675 days left
Days Remaining
1675
Until deadline
Award Ceiling
$3,000,000
Total Program Funding
$50,000,000

Grant Opportunity Analysis

The Idaho Field Office of the Department of Energy (DOE) is offering a funding opportunity under the University Nuclear Leadership Program (UNLP) to support scholarships and fellowships for students in nuclear science and engineering disciplines. This initiative aims to attract qualified students to nuclear energy professions by providing funding for undergraduate scholarships of up to $10,000 for four-year college students and $5,000 for community college students, as well as graduate fellowships totaling up to $161,000 over three years. The program is crucial for enhancing education and training in nuclear energy fields, addressing the national demand for expertise in science and engineering. Interested accredited U.S. two- and four-year colleges and universities can apply continuously until the closing date of October 14, 2030, with an estimated total program funding of $50 million and an expected 80 awards. For further inquiries, applicants can contact Andrew J. Ford at fordaj@id.doe.gov or by phone at 208-526-3059.

Eligible Applicants

Private Institutions of Higher Education

Grant Documents

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The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced a Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) under the University Nuclear Leadership Program (UNLP) to provide scholarships and fellowships to support students in nuclear science and engineering disciplines. The program aims to attract qualified students to nuclear energy professions by funding scholarships of up to $10,000 for four-year college students and $5,000 for community college students, as well as graduate fellowships totaling up to $161,000 over three years. Eligible applicants include accredited U.S. two- and four-year colleges and universities with relevant programs. The FOA, initially announced on October 15, 2020, will remain open until October 14, 2030, encouraging continuous applications. The funding, with an estimated $5 million available annually, aims to enhance education and training in nuclear energy fields, supporting national needs for expertise in science and engineering. The FOA outlines eligibility requirements, the application process, review criteria, and the responsibilities of participating institutions, ensuring compliance with DOE regulations and achieving the program's objectives.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Opportunity PostedOct 15, 2020
deadlineApplication DeadlineOct 14, 2030
expiryArchive DateNov 15, 2030

Funding Details

Award Ceiling
$3,000,000
Est. Total Program Funding
$50,000,000
Expected Awards
80
No cost sharing required

Agency & Classification

Agency
Idaho Field Office(DOE-ID)
Funding Category
Energy
Funding Instrument
Cooperative Agreement

Grantor Contact

CFDA Numbers

81.121

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