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Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Grants
About This Grant
The Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Grants (AAG) Program is an inclusive and flexible funding opportunity to support research in the astronomical sciences. The Program provides individual investigator and collaborative research grants for observational, theoretical, laboratory, and archival data studies in astronomy and astrophysics. The Program also considers proposals for projects and tools that enable or enhance astronomical research. Proposals may span multiple disciplines and/or areas of study and may utilize multiple techniques.
Grant Summary
Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Grants is a U.S. National Science Foundation grant providing funding that varies by award for nonprofit, small business, university. Applications are due 2026-11-16 (open). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
Focus Areas
Eligibility
How to Apply
Up to $0K
2026-11-16
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Grants from U.S. National Science Foundation, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to U.S. National Science Foundation before the deadline.
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Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Grants: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Grants?
Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Grants is offered by U.S. National Science Foundation and is generally open to nonprofit, small business, university, municipality, tribal government, healthcare org, school district. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.
How much funding does the Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Grants provide?
Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Grants provides an amount that varies by award per award from U.S. National Science Foundation. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.
When is the Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Grants deadline?
Applications for Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Grants are due 2026-11-16 (open). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, U.S. National Science Foundation, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Grants?
To apply for Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Grants, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from U.S. National Science Foundation.
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