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https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/280932

Grant Analysis

Purpose & Target

This grant aims to support the development of the nuclear energy workforce by providing financial assistance for educational pursuits. It targets undergraduate and graduate students pursuing studies in nuclear-related fields, primarily through their affiliated universities. - Target recipient type: Individual students (undergraduate and graduate) and the universities they attend. - Target recipient size: Individual students; universities are typically large organizations. - SECTOR-SPECIFIC: Nuclear Energy. - Geographic scope: United States. - Key filtering criteria: Student status (undergraduate/graduate), field of study (nuclear energy), university affiliation. - Grant frequency: Ongoing program, with this specific funding opportunity open for an extended period until October 14, 2030, and subject to amendments.

Financial Structure

The document mentions 'updated award size for Fellowships' but does not specify minimum, maximum, or typical grant amounts for either scholarships or fellowships. Specific financial details such as budget ranges, eligible/ineligible costs, matching fund requirements, co-financing, payment schedules, or reporting requirements are not provided. - Funding amounts: Not specified (amounts for Fellowships have been updated, but no specific figures). - Co-financing requirements: Not specified. - Eligible vs ineligible cost categories: Not specified (implied to cover student educational expenses). - Payment schedules and disbursement mechanisms: Not specified. - Financial guarantees and security requirements: Not specified. - Tax implications and financial reporting requirements: Not specified.

Eligibility Requirements

Organizational Eligibility
  • Must be a university (for hosting students).
  • Eligible institutions include two- and four-year institutions, community colleges, and trade schools (for scholarships).
  • Students must be first- and second-year graduate students (for fellowships).
  • Students must be undergraduate students (for scholarships).
  • Students should be affiliated with a UNLP Approved University (implied).
Geographic Eligibility
  • Organizations and students must be located in the United States (implied by U.S. Department of Energy and .gov domain).
Technical Requirements
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV) for fellowship applicants must adhere to an increased page limit (specific limit not provided).

Application Process

Application Process
  • Applications are submitted via a funding opportunity announcement (FOA).
  • The FOA has undergone Amendment 004, which includes revised language, updated award size for Fellowships, increased CV page limits, and updated references.
  • Applicants must view the FOA for complete details and submission instructions.
  • Submission platform: Not explicitly stated, but typically managed by the Department of Energy's systems.
Application Timeline
  • Application submission window: Open through October 14, 2030.
Required Documentation
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV): Required for fellowships, with an increased page limit.
  • Other unspecified documentation as detailed in the full FOA.
Support Types
  • Financial Scholarships for undergraduate students.
  • Financial Fellowships for first- and second-year graduate students.

Evaluation Criteria

The provided information states that the FOA includes 'revised language' and 'updated references' which implies underlying criteria, but explicit evaluation criteria or scoring factors for applicants are not detailed in this document. Award size for Fellowships has been updated, suggesting that competitiveness or specific qualifications influence the award amount. No explicit innovation, social impact, or competitive advantage factors are specified in the provided text for this specific FOA.

Compliance & Special Requirements

Regulatory Compliance
  • Applications and awards are subject to the regulations and policies of the U.S. Department of Energy.
Program Context and Updates
  • This funding opportunity is part of the University Nuclear Leadership Program (UNLP), falling under the broader U.S. Department of Energy's Nuclear Energy University Program (NEUP).
  • The FOA has been updated with Amendment 004.
  • A general Executive Order Update to Diverse Team Partnership Evaluation applies to Office of Nuclear Energy University Program Funding Opportunities, which may influence future programmatic considerations or unstated preferences for this FOA.
Unique Aspects
  • The exceptionally long open period (until October 14, 2030) suggests a continuous or rolling application process over multiple years, allowing for sustained educational support.
  • The focus is on individual student support through academic institutions, distinguishing it from research or infrastructure grants.

Grant Details

nuclear energy scholarships fellowships higher education graduate students undergraduate students workforce development stem education department of energy united states student funding academic research energy sector university funding education grants
UNLP Scholarship and Fellowship Support Funding Opportunity
UNLP Scholarship and Fellowship
Nuclear Energy University Program (NEUP)
UNIVERSITY INDIVIDUAL
US
ENERGY EDUCATION
OTHER
OTHER
SDG4 SDG7 SDG9
FUNDING TRAINING_EDUCATION
None
None
None
USD
None
Oct. 14, 2030, 11:59 p.m.
Not specified