Office of Elementary and Secondary Education (OESE): Well-Rounded Education Programs: Jacob K. Javits Gifted and Talented Students Education (Javits) Program, Assistance Listing Number 84.206A
This grant funds research and projects that help schools nationwide better identify and support gifted and talented students, with a focus on evidence-based strategies to improve learning outcomes.
Funder: Department of Education
Due Dates: May 11, 2026 (Notice of Intent to Apply) | June 23, 2026 (Full Application) | August 21, 2026 (Intergovernmental Review)
Funding Amounts: ~$9,000,000 total; typical awards $400,000–$650,000; up to 17 awards; project period up to 60 months
Summary: Supports evidence-based research and projects to improve identification and education of gifted and talented students, especially in underserved populations.
Key Information: No cost-sharing required; open to SEAs, LEAs, IHEs, public/private agencies, and faith-based organizations.
Description
The Jacob K. Javits Gifted and Talented Students Education Program funds projects that build and enhance the capacity of elementary and secondary schools to identify and serve gifted and talented students, with a focus on evidence-based activities that accelerate learning and improve outcomes. The program prioritizes strategies that address the needs of underrepresented and economically disadvantaged students, supporting research, demonstration projects, and professional development to improve gifted education nationwide.
