You have a unique chance to secure up to $600,000 for projects that enhance STEM education at your two-year college. This funding can be a game changer for your institution, empowering you to focus on student success and fostering equitable opportunities in STEM fields. With this grant, you can strengthen the academic experiences for all students, whether they are pursuing a major or building foundational skills.

Applying is straightforward and offers numerous benefits. Not only does it bring essential resources for innovation and growth, but if your institution has not received NSF funding in the last five years, you could qualify for an additional $100,000. This extra funding provides you with a longer project duration of four years, allowing for sustained improvements that can positively impact both your students and the community.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to elevate your institution's capacity in STEM education. With no minimum revenue or employee requirements, it’s designed to be inclusive and accessible. Together, we can pave the way for a brighter future in STEM education.

Type of Financing
This program provides grants for eligible two-year colleges. A grant means you won’t need to pay it back, making it a great opportunity for your institution. You can request up to $500,000 for project funding, and if your institution hasn’t received NSF funding in the last five years, you can apply for an additional $100,000. This raises the total possible funding cap to $600,000 spread over four years.

Eligible Expenses
You can use these funds for various project activities aimed at improving STEM education at your college. This includes costs related to innovative teaching strategies, curriculum development, and support services for students and faculty in STEM disciplines.

Restrictions and Fees
Funds cannot be used for direct scholarships to students or for faculty salaries. Additionally, there are no fees associated with applying for or receiving this grant. This means all the funding can go directly to enhancing your projects without any hidden costs.

• Must be a two-year college, which includes:

  • Associate’s Colleges (highest-level degree awarded is an associate degree).
  • Baccalaureate/Associate’s Colleges (award at least one baccalaureate degree but confer at least 50% of degrees at the associate level).

• No minimum or maximum employee requirements.

• No minimum or maximum revenue requirements.

• All legal structures are applicable.

• All profit structures are applicable.

Disqualifications:

• Institutions that have been funded as part of a collaborative award with their own NSF Award Number are not eligible for this incentive.
• Institutions that have received NSF funding in the past five years are not eligible for the additional $100,000 incentive.

The program provides up to $600,000 for projects aimed at improving STEM education in two-year colleges. You can use this funding for activities that help students succeed in STEM courses, whether they are pursuing a major or seeking foundational knowledge. If your college hasn’t received NSF funding in the past five years, you can request an additional $100,000, which extends your project duration to four years.

This funding is available for any project that advances equitable participation and enhances the overall capacity for innovation in STEM education. You will focus on building stronger academic experiences for students and leveraging the unique strengths of your college. This means your institution can find ways to effectively harness the skills of your diverse student and faculty population, leading to richer STEM opportunities.

Receiving this funding can greatly benefit your college by ensuring you have the resources needed to enhance student participation and success in STEM fields. This investment will not only help your institution grow but directly impact the students and communities you serve.