NIJ FY25 Graduate Research Fellowship
Funding for doctoral students conducting dissertation research on crime prevention, law enforcement, border protection, public safety, or justice system fairness in the U.S.
Funder: National Institute of Justice
Due Dates: May 19, 2026 (Grants.gov/SF-424) | May 27, 2026 (JustGrants full application)
Funding Amounts: Up to $180,000 per award; approx. $1,000,000 total for ~8 awards.
Summary: Supports dissertation research by doctoral students relevant to criminal or juvenile justice, public safety, or law enforcement in the U.S.
Description
This opportunity supports doctoral students whose dissertation research addresses issues related to preventing and controlling crime, protecting the border, enforcing the law, promoting public safety, or ensuring the fair and impartial administration of criminal or juvenile justice in the United States. The intent is to build a pool of researchers providing science-based solutions to challenges in criminal and juvenile justice policy and practice, advancing the mission of the U.S. Department of Justice.
