Amplifying STEM Education Investments in and with Rural and Remote Areas and Communities
Amplifying STEM Education Investments in and with Rural and Remote Areas and Communities supports rural learners and educators through research and training to strengthen STEM learning and careers.
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Funder: U.S. National Science Foundation
Due Dates: Submission deadlines: Follow the relevant EDU program solicitation, if applicable
Funding Amounts: Proposals are submitted to existing EDU programs, not a separate funding competition
Summary: Encourages STEM education, research, capacity building, and workforce development in and with rural and remote communities.
Key Information: Proposal titles must include “EDU RURAL:” at the beginning or immediately after another required title prefix.
Description
This Dear Colleague Letter (DCL) from NSF’s Directorate for STEM Education (EDU) encourages proposals addressing the specific needs of rural and remote communities while leveraging their assets, talent, and opportunities. It is not a new program or special competition: proposals go to existing EDU programs. NSF welcomes fundamental and applied research, development projects, and partnerships involving learners, formal and informal educators, researchers, and local industry.
The initiative aims to prepare STEM professionals, attract and retain rural Americans in STEM careers, strengthen research and evaluation infrastructure, and broaden participation across rural and remote regions. It also encourages better STEM experiences and education and training opportunities, including informal STEM and online learning, from preK–12 through graduate education and the workforce. Addressing STEM educator shortages, especially in preK–12 schools and two-year and community colleges, is another priority.
