Steel Curriculum Development Grant
The AIST Steel Curriculum Development Grant funds professors to develop or enhance steel-related curricula and boost student engagement with the steel industry in North America.
Funder: Association for Iron & Steel Technology
Due Dates: June 30, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $25,000 total over 3 years (disbursed as $10,000, $10,000, $5,000)
Summary: Supports professors in developing or enhancing steel-related curricula and increasing student engagement with the steel industry in North America.
Key Information: Overhead costs are not allowed; only direct project costs are eligible.
Description
This grant aims to increase the number of students studying steel-related curricula in North America and encourage graduates to pursue careers in the iron and steel industry. Professors have flexibility in designing projects that enhance the steel industry's role or visibility within their course curriculum or related academic programs. Supported activities include developing up-to-date educational materials, increasing student engagement with the industry, and building connections between students and steel companies. Grant recipients are expected to provide annual progress reports and a final summary, with successful projects potentially presented at AIST events or published in industry publications.
