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NSF Tech Access: AI-Ready America Grant
Eligibility
- Institutions of higher education (two- and four-year colleges and universities)
- Non-profit, non-academic organizations
- State and local governments
- Tribal nations and organizations
- Consortia of eligible organizations, including partnerships with K–12 school systems
Goals
- Expand access to artificial intelligence education and training across the United States
- Develop a diverse, AI-ready workforce through education and skill-building pathways
- Broaden participation in AI learning among underserved and underrepresented populations
Application Due Date
- May 7, 2026
Grant Cycle
- Multi-phase structure, including planning and implementation tracks
- Project durations vary by track and may span multiple years
Grant Award Total Amount
- Award sizes vary by track and phase, including planning and large-scale implementation awards
- Planning awards (smaller, short-term)
- Implementation awards (large, multi-year)
Allowable Purchases
- Curriculum and instructional material development
- Professional development and training programs
- Technology, equipment, and infrastructure to support AI education
- Program design, implementation, and evaluation activities
Aligned to LEGO® Education Solutions
- LEGO® Education Computer Science & AI supports foundational AI concepts, computational thinking, and hands-on learning aligned to AI education pathways
- LEGO® Education Science provides standards-aligned, hands-on STEM experiences that support inquiry-based learning connected to AI and data concepts
- Our Professional Development supports educator capacity to implement AI-focused instruction and integrate new curriculum and tools
Program Implementation Requirements
- Projects must include multi-institutional or cross-sector partnerships
- Projects must include strategies to broaden participation and increase access for underserved populations
Keep in Mind
- Emphasis on regional or national impact through scalable models
- Requires alignment to workforce development and education pathways, including K–12 connections
- Proposals must include evaluation plans and measurable outcomes
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