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Institute of Education Sciences (IES): National Center for Education Research (NCER): Research Training Programs in The Education Sciences, Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.305B

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The National Center for Education Research (NCER) under the Institute of Education Sciences is soliciting applications for research training programs aimed at advancing education research that informs policymakers and practitioners. Applicants may submit proposals under one of two designated programs: the Early Career Development and Mentoring Program, which supports early-career investigators at institutions of higher education or non-academic research organizations by providing resources for integrated research and professional development plans, or the Methods Training for Education Research program, which funds ongoing skill development for current education researchers, including those in state and local education agencies, to strengthen their ability to conduct rigorous and impactful studies. These programs are designed to build capacity in the education research workforce and ensure high-quality, relevant findings that contribute to the field. This solicitation, identified by Assistance Listing Number 84.305B and solicitation number ED-GRANTS-080626-001, is issued by the U.S. Department of Education and is open to eligible applicants through a competitive process. Proposals must be submitted by the deadline of October 1, 2026, with the announcement posted on August 6, 2026. Point of Contact for inquiries is Holly Clark, Management and Program Analyst, reachable via email at courtney.pollack@ed.gov or phone at 202-245-6408. There is no set-aside designation specified, and the funding opportunity is open to federal and non-federal entities seeking to enhance education research capacity through structured training and mentorship initiatives.

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NCER funds training programs to build education research capacity through mentorship and methods training for early-career and current researchers.

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Department Of Education

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541720 - Research and Development in the Social Sciences and HumanitiesView NAICS

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Research Training Programs in the Education Sciences RFA 84.305B FY 2027

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NCER training programs prepare individuals to conduct education research that advances knowledge within the field and addresses issues important to education policymakers and practitioners.


Under this competition, NCER will consider only applications that address one of the following programs: (1) Early Career Development and Mentoring Program for Education Research (Early Career) or (2) Methods Training for Education Research (Methods Training). The Early Career program provides support for an integrated research and career development plan for early career investigators at institutions of higher education or non-academic research organizations who are developing education research careers. The Methods Training program funds training to help current education researchers, including state and local education agency research staff, maintain and enhance their research and analysis skills in order to conduct rigorous and relevant education research. 


Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.305B.


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