The Alaska Space Grant Program’s Higher Education grant supports faculty-led STEM curriculum and student research projects aligned with NASA workforce needs.
Funder: Alaska Space Grant Program
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027
Funding Amounts: Up to $15,000 per project (requires 1:1 non-federal match); project duration up to 12 months.
Summary: Supports faculty-led STEM curriculum development and interdisciplinary student team projects relevant to NASA workforce needs.
Key Information: Full-time faculty at Alaska Space Grant affiliate institutions; U.S. citizenship required for direct support.
This opportunity from the Alaska Space Grant Program supports higher education faculty in developing new or revised STEM curricula and in leading interdisciplinary student team activities, all in areas relevant to NASA’s mission and workforce needs. The program aims to strengthen the STEM pipeline in Alaska and nationally, with a strong emphasis on hands-on, authentic learning experiences for students. Women, underrepresented minorities, and early career faculty are especially encouraged to apply.