NSF and Micron Foundation Partnership for the Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program
NSF and Micron Foundation fund projects to research and improve K-12 STEM teacher preparation and retention, with a focus on microelectronics and inclusive, innovative educational approaches.
Funder: U.S. National Science Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2023 | August 2026 (Last Tuesday in August, annually; projected)
Funding Amounts: Track 1: up to $1,200,000 (5 yrs) | Track 2 & 3: up to $3,000,000 (5–6 yrs) | Track 4: up to $1,000,000 (5 yrs) | Capacity Building: up to $100,000 (1 yr) | Total program: ~$68M/year
Summary: Supports projects that recruit, prepare, and retain K–12 STEM teachers to inspire and equip students for microelectronics careers, emphasizing inclusivity and transformative educational approaches.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; all dates are projected—verify updates on the program page.
Description
This program, a partnership between the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the Micron Foundation, aims to address the critical need for highly effective K-12 mathematics and science teachers who can guide students toward educational and career pathways in STEM fields related to microelectronics. The initiative encourages innovative proposals that recruit, prepare, place, and retain STEM teachers and teacher leaders, especially in high-need school districts. A strong emphasis is placed on inclusivity, equitable access, and broadening participation from historically underrepresented groups. Projects may focus on developing teacher preparation programs, providing scholarships and stipends, supporting research on teacher effectiveness and retention, and building institutional capacity to enhance STEM teaching aligned with workforce needs in microelectronics.
