Sponsors
Research.gov
- Register for an NSF Account to Begin Using Research.gov
- How to Allow Sponsored Project Office (SPO) Access
Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide
Templates
- NSF-Approved Formats for Biographical Sketch*
- NSF-Approved Formats for Current and Pending Support*
- Collaborators & Other Affiliations (NSF required template)
- Information and template can be downloaded on the NSF website - make sure to always use the most updated version
- FAQs pertaining to the COA Information Template
*The mandate to use SciENcv only for preparation of the biographical sketch will go into effect for new proposals submitted or due on or after October 23, 2023. In the interim, proposers may continue to prepare and submit this document via use of SciENcv or the NSF fillable PDF. NSF, however, encourages the community to use SciENcv prior to the October 2023 implementation.
How to Apply - Video Tutorials
- Overview
- Part I: Preparing to Apply
- Part II: Writing Your Application
- Part III: Submitting Your Application
Grant Application Submission Tips for Success
- Tip: Accessing application forms
- Tip: Check for fit, before you submit
- Tip: If you can't view it, we can't review it!
Application Guides
- Application Form Instructions
- General Instructions - Comprehensive guidance for all applications
- Research Instructions - Guidance for research only
- Career Development Instructions - guidance for career development only
- Training Instructions - Guidance for career development only
- Fellowship Instructions - Guidance for fellowship only
- Multi-Project Instructions - Guidance for multi-project only
- SBIR/STTR Instructions - Guidance for small business only
Templates
NIFA Grants.gov Application Guide
Application Support Templates
- Suggested templates for USDA proposals
- Conflict of Interest
- Current and Pending Support
- Project Summary