Student Experiential Opportunities (Hands-On)
The Iowa Space Grant Consortium's Student Experiential Opportunities (Hands-On) grant funds undergraduate teams for hands-on STEM projects aligned with NASA research priorities.
Funder: Iowa Space Grant Consortium
Due Dates: January 31, 2027 (application deadline; rolling submissions until this date or funds consumed)
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000 per project; funds must be expended by May 31, 2027.
Summary: Supports undergraduate student teams at Iowa institutions in hands-on STEM projects aligned with NASA priorities, covering expenses such as competition travel, supplies, and materials.
Key Information: Awards are first-come, first-served; single-student projects are ineligible.
Description
This opportunity from the Iowa Space Grant Consortium (ISGC) funds undergraduate student-led teams to design and execute hands-on STEM projects that align with NASA Mission Directorate research priorities. The grant is intended to foster practical experience, technical skills, and collaboration among STEM undergraduates by supporting participation in activities such as regional and national competitions in rocketry, robotics, and other technology-focused team challenges. Funding may be used for travel, supplies, and materials necessary for project completion. The program is not designed to support student wages or single-student projects.
