[U.S. National Science Foundation](https://www.nsf.gov)

July 15, 2026 (final submission deadline for Social Psychology PD-22-1332)

No fixed maximum; typical awards are up to 3 years, with budgets varying by project scope.

Supports empirical research advancing fundamental social psychological explanations of human behavior, attitudes, and experience.

Proposals focused on clinical practice or disease-related goals are not eligible.

--- ## Description The U.S. National Science Foundation's Social Psychology Program funds theoretically focused empirical research that advances fundamental understanding of how human behavior, attitudes, and experiences are shaped by social forces. The program encourages proposals that address both macro- and micro-level social processes, including thought, motivation, emotion, neural, and physiological mechanisms that underlie social behavior. Projects should have strong potential for groundbreaking discoveries about social dynamics and are especially encouraged if they address emerging or ongoing global challenges. The program welcomes research that develops new theories or methods, and interdisciplinary or convergent approaches are encouraged. Basic research connecting to societal needs, national security, STEM workforce development, or public engagement with science is a priority. Proposals involving non-human animals are considered only if they make a clear contribution to understanding human social behavior. Proposals whose primary goal is to improve clinical practice or address disease-related outcomes (such as etiology, diagnosis, or treatment of physical or mental illness) will not be considered. --- ## Due Dates - July 15, 2026: Closing date / final submission deadline for Social Psychology (PD-22-1332) --- ## Funding Amount - There is no fixed maximum award amount; budgets should be appropriate to the project scope. - Typical awards support projects up to 3 years in duration. - The program accepts a variety of proposal types, including regular research, CAREER, RUI, RAPID, EAGER, and small conference proposals. Cost sharing or matching is not required. --- ## Eligibility - Eligibility is unrestricted; open to U.S. academic institutions, non-profit organizations, for-profit organizations, and other entities. - The program does **not** accept proposals for doctoral dissertation improvement awards or mid-career advancement (MCA) awards. - Proposals must be submitted by eligible organizations on behalf of the principal investigator. --- ## Application Process - Proposals must be submitted through [NSF FastLane](https://www.fastlane.nsf.gov/), [Research.gov](https://www.research.gov/), or [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/). - Follow the requirements in the [NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG)](https://www.nsf.gov/policies/pappg). - Select program announcement/solicitation number **PD-22-1332** on the proposal cover sheet. - PIs are encouraged to contact a Social Psychology program director before submission to confirm fit; a one-page summary of the planned proposal is recommended for discussion. - Proposals should include a proactive plan for broader impacts and for open science/data sharing. - Submission of a "List of Suggested Reviewers" as a Single Copy Document is strongly encouraged. --- ## Additional Information - Proposals must engage with best practices in open science; deviations should be well-justified. - The program supports a range of project types, including research in undergraduate institutions, exploratory and rapid response research, and small conferences/workshops. - See the [NSF Social Psychology program page](https://www.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/social-psychology) for further details, FAQs, and updates. --- ## External Links - [NSF Social Psychology Program Page](https://www.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/social-psychology) - [NSF Program Description PD-22-1332](http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=5712) - [NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG)](https://www.nsf.gov/policies/pappg) - [Browse Funded Projects](https://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/search-results?ProgEleCode=133200&BooleanElement=Any&BooleanRef=Any&ActiveAwards=true#results) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | |------------------------|----------------------------------------| | Social Psychology Staff| [sbe_soc_psy_pgm@nsf.gov](mailto:sbe_soc_psy_pgm@nsf.gov) | | NSF Grants.gov Support | [grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov](mailto:grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov) | For general NSF inquiries: - Phone: 1-703-292-5111 - [NSF Contact Page](https://new.nsf.gov/about/contact-us)

Social Psychology

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