Institute of Education Sciences (IES): National Center for Special Education Research (NCSER): Special Education Dissertation Research Fellowship Program, Assistance Listing Number: 84.324G
ID: 356066Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Department of Education (ED)

Award Range

$0 - $50K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Education

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/356066

Additional Information

https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2024-08-15/pdf/2024-18271.pdf
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Education's Institute of Education Sciences (IES) is inviting applications for the Special Education Dissertation Research Fellowship Program, aimed at supporting doctoral students in conducting research relevant to special education. Eligible applicants include institutions of higher education in the United States and its territories that confer doctoral degrees, with a focus on areas such as education systems, technology, low-incidence disabilities, and postsecondary education. This program is crucial for advancing knowledge in special education research, which is vital for informing education policymakers and practitioners. Grants of up to $50,000 will be awarded, with a total of eight awards anticipated, and applications are due by November 14, 2024. For further information, interested parties can contact Courtney Pollack at Courtney.Pollack@ed.gov or call 202-987-0999.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Courtney.Pollack@ed.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    2022-26554.pdf
    The document serves as a notification from the Department of Education regarding updates to common instructions for applicants seeking discretionary grant funding. Revisions built on a previous notice published in December 2021 aim to reduce barriers for applicants. These instructions now provide a simplified and centralized resource for grant applications, clarifying essential requirements such as application submission methods, registration guidelines for submission systems like Grants.gov, and the transition from the Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) to the Unique Entity Identifier (UEI). Key procedural components include information on obtaining application packages, the necessity of registering in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov), and the stipulation that applications must be submitted electronically. The notice emphasizes the importance of compliance with deadlines and specific submission formats, including the recommendation to use non-fillable PDFs to enhance processing efficiency. Additionally, the document outlines the process for paper applications under exceptional circumstances and provides guidance for disabled individuals requiring accommodations during the application process. This comprehensive update reflects the Department’s commitment to facilitating access to federal grant opportunities while ensuring stringent application protocols.
    2024-18271.pdf
    The Department of Education's Institute of Education Sciences (IES) is seeking applications for new awards under the Special Education Dissertation Research Fellowship Program for fiscal year 2025. This program aims to support doctoral students in conducting their dissertation research, focusing on key areas such as education systems, technology, low-incidence disabilities, and postsecondary education. The application period opens on August 29, 2024, with a deadline of November 14, 2024. Grants will be up to $50,000 for one year, with a projected total of eight awards, contingent on the quality of applications and funding availability. Eligible institutions include U.S. higher education institutions conferring doctoral degrees. The evaluation criteria will assess the significance, research quality, and management plans presented in applications. Performance measures for successful projects include peer-reviewed publications and evidence of educational efficacy. Additionally, the document outlines reporting requirements, compliance with federal regulations, and the accessibility of information for individuals with disabilities. This initiative underscores the commitment to advancing special education research relevant to policymakers and practitioners.
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