Institute of Education Sciences (IES): National Center for Education Research (NCER): Using Longitudinal Data to Support State Education Policymaking, Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.305S
This grant helps state agencies use their education data systems to inform policy decisions aimed at improving student access to quality education and achievement.
Funder: Department of Education
Due Dates: September 3, 2026 (Letter of Intent) | October 1, 2026 (Full application)
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,200,000 total for up to 3 years per award; no cost sharing required.
Summary: Supports research using statewide longitudinal data systems to inform state and local education policy and improve learner outcomes.
Description
This program, administered by the Institute of Education Sciences (IES) National Center for Education Research (NCER), funds research that leverages state longitudinal data systems (SLDSs) to generate evidence for state and local education agencies. The goal is to support data-driven decision-making to increase access to high-quality education and improve academic achievement for learners in prekindergarten, K-12, postsecondary, and adult education. Projects must address education issues, programs, or policies identified as priorities by state agencies and use SLDS data as a core component of the research.
