science_technology_and_other_research_and_development · NSF
Research Experiences for Teachers (RET) in Engineering and Computer Science
U.S. National Science Foundation · 24-503
Total Program Funding
$5.8M
Deadline
October 14, 2026
GRANTQUICK SUMMARYPlain-English Overview
Research Experiences for Teachers (RET) in Engineering and Computer Science. U.S. National Science Foundation. The Research Experiences for Teachers (RET) in Engineering and Computer Science program supports authentic summer research experiences for K-14 educators to foster long-term collaborations between universities, community colleges, school districts, and industry partners. With this solicitation, the... at least $600,000 per award; $5,800,000 total program funding.
Who Should Apply
Other eligible entities
Who Should NOT Apply
Individuals and organizations outside the specified eligible types
Key Requirements (Plain English)
- •*Who May Submit Proposals: Proposals may only be submitted by the following: - RET Sites Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs) - Tw...
- •Deadline: 2026-10-14
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What This Grant Funds
The Research Experiences for Teachers (RET) in Engineering and Computer Science program supports authentic summer research experiences for K-14 educators to foster long-term collaborations between universities, community colleges, school districts, and industry partners. With this solicitation, the Directorates for Engineering (ENG) and Computer and Information Science and Engineering (CISE) focus on a reciprocal exchange of expertise between K-14 educators and research faculty and (when applicable) industry mentors. K-14 educators will enhance their scientific disciplinary knowledge in engineering or computer science and translate their research experiences into classroom activities and curricula to broaden their students’ awareness of and participation in computing and engineering pathways. At the same time, the hosting research faculty will deepen their understanding of classroom practices, current curricula, pedagogy, and K-14 educational environments.
Who Can Apply
Eligible Applicant Types
Funding Details
- Minimum Award
- $600K
- Total Program Funding
- $5.8M
- Cost Sharing Required?
- No
- Funding Instrument
- grant
Key Dates
for RET Site Proposals
Agency Contact
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