[National Institutes of Health (NIH)](https://www.nih.gov/)

July 7, 2026 (Forecasted)

Not specified; award ceiling and floor not listed; typical NIH SEPA awards range from $250,000–$500,000/year for up to 5 years.

Supports innovative STEM and biomedical science education projects for pre-K–12 students and teachers, both in classrooms and informal settings.

--- ## Description The NIH Science Education Partnership Award (SEPA) program funds innovative educational activities designed to encourage pre-college students (pre-kindergarten through grade 12) to pursue further studies and careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), with a special emphasis on biomedical and behavioral sciences. The program supports both classroom-based projects for students and teachers, as well as informal science education (ISE) initiatives in venues such as after-school programs and libraries. Projects that foster quantitative and computational skills are especially encouraged. --- ## Due Dates - Forecasted application due date: **July 7, 2026** - Estimated post date: October 1, 2025 - Estimated award date: April 1, 2027 --- ## Funding Amount - Award ceiling and floor are **not specified** in the current forecast. - Typical NIH SEPA awards historically range from **$250,000 to $500,000 per year** for up to 5 years. - No cost sharing or matching requirement. --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - State governments - County governments - Independent school districts - Public and State controlled institutions of higher education - Private institutions of higher education - Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) IRS status (except higher ed) - Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized and others) - Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities - For-profit organizations (including small businesses) --- ## Application Process - This is a **forecasted opportunity**; the official application package and detailed instructions will be available after the estimated post date (October 1, 2025). - Applications will be submitted via [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/359157). - Prepare to describe the educational innovation, target audience, approach, evaluation plan, and expected outcomes. - Projects supporting quantitative/computational skills are encouraged. --- ## Additional Information - The program supports both formal and informal science education. - Focus on engaging pre-K–12 students and teachers in STEM, with an emphasis on biomedical and behavioral sciences. - Strong encouragement for proposals that build quantitative and computational competencies. - No cost sharing or matching is required. --- ## External Links - [NIH SEPA Forecast on Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/359157) - [National Institutes of Health (NIH)](https://www.nih.gov/) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Affiliation | Email | Phone | |-------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------|------------------------------|--------------| | Jessica Faupel-Badger | National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS) | [badgerje@nih.gov](mailto:badgerje@nih.gov) | 301-594-0000 |

NIH Science Education Partnership Award (SEPA)

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