Pre-College Education Program
Pre-College Education Program supports teachers and K–12 students through educator development and first-hand NASA-related STEM activities that strengthen teaching and encourage STEM study and careers.
Funder: Alaska Space Grant Program
Due Dates: March 1, 2027 (Application) | April 1, 2027 (Award notification)
Funding Amounts: Up to $15,000 in direct costs for up to 12 months; 1:1 non-federal match including F&A
Summary: Supports STEM educator development and authentic NASA-related K–12 experiences that encourage STEM study and careers.
Key Information: Applicants must be personnel at affiliated institutions in good standing; all directly supported participants must be U.S. citizens.
Description
The Alaska Space Grant Program’s Pre-College Education Program supports educational projects that attract and retain students in STEM through opportunities for students, teachers, and faculty. It funds in-service and pre-service educator development that deepens content understanding and strengthens competence and confidence in STEM teaching. It also supports authentic, first-hand K–12 participation in NASA mission activities and other NASA-related STEM activities.
The program provides start-up funding for high-impact activities at member institutions. Preference goes to curriculum enhancements for Alaska’s rural school districts that increase STEM enrollment or interest in STEM careers. Student-focused projects must explain how they will demonstrate these outcomes through quantitative or qualitative evidence. Proposals must demonstrate alignment with the goals of at least one NASA Directorate or Center.
