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FUNDING OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT (FOA) for the Office of Naval Research (ONR) Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematic (STEM) Program

Department of Defense

This FOA is for STEM education programs and activities, which is formal or informal education that is primarily focused on physical and natural sciences, technology, engineering, social sciences, and mathematics disciplines, topics, or issues (including environmental science education or stewardship).

STEM education programs and activities that could be supported by this FOA include one or more of the
following as the primary objective:

Develop learners’ knowledge, skill, or interest in STEM.
Attract students to pursue certifications, licenses, or degrees (two-year degrees through postdoctoral degrees) or careers in STEM fields.
Provide growth and research opportunities for post-secondary, college and graduate students in STEM fields, such as working with researchers or conducting research that is primarily intended to further education.
Improve mentor/educator (K-12 pre-service or in-service, post-secondary, and informal) quality in STEM areas.
Improve or expand the capacity of institutions to promote or foster STEM fields.

This announcement will remain open for approximately one (1) year from the date of publication, or until replaced by a successor. FOA proposals may be submitted at any time during this period. Selections for award will be made throughout this FOA open period of April 5, 2024 through April 4, 2025. The Government reserves the right not to review white papers or full proposals submitted after April 4, 2025, or after a successor to this FOA is issued, whichever occurs first

Specialties

Community Outreach and Engagement

Engineering and Physical Sciences

Medical

Medical - Clinical Science

Social Sciences

Curriculum Development

Environmental & Life Sciences

Medical - Basic Science

Medical - Translational

Eligibility Requirements

All responsible sources from academia, non-profit organization and industry (for-profit) organizations may submit applications under this FOA. Foreign entities will be considered.