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Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity Education Innovation and Scholarship for Service (CyberAI SFS)

U.S. National Science Foundation

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OpenLast verified: 2026-08-09

About This Grant

Government and the nation face a talent shortfall in artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity. The CyberAICorps Scholarship for Service (CyberAI SFS) program welcomes proposals that address AI and cybersecurity education and workforce development. CyberAI refers to using AI in cybersecurity as well as providing security and resilience for AI systems. The Scholarship Track provides funding to establish, or to continue, scholarship for service programs with integrated AI and cybersecurity components (CyberAI). Scholarship recipients must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents and work after graduation in the AI or cybersecurity mission of a government organization for a period of at least the length of the scholarship. The Innovation Track supports projects that enhance preparation of AI and/or cybersecurity professionals. Projects may expand existing educational opportunities, curricula, degree programs, educational pathways, methods and interventions, and partnerships among institutions of higher education, government, and employers. Two statutes authorize this program: 15 USC 7442 (cybersecurity) and 42 USC 18993 (AI). CyberAI SFS aligns with the Executive Order 14277 to prioritize AI within scholarship for service programs. CyberAI is managed by NSF s Directorate for STEM Education in collaboration with the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

Grant Summary

Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity Education Innovation and Scholarship for Service (CyberAI SFS) is a U.S. National Science Foundation grant providing $300K to $2.5M for university, community college, nonprofit. Applications are due 2027-04-05 (open). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.

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sciencetechnology

Eligibility

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How to Apply

Funding Range

$300K$2.5M

Deadline

2027-04-05

Complexity
Medium
  1. 1Confirm your organization is eligible for Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity Education Innovation and Scholarship for Service (CyberAI SFS) from U.S. National Science Foundation, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
  2. 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
  3. 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.
  4. 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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Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity Education Innovation and Scholarship for Service (CyberAI SFS): Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for the Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity Education Innovation and Scholarship for Service (CyberAI SFS)?

Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity Education Innovation and Scholarship for Service (CyberAI SFS) is offered by U.S. National Science Foundation and is generally open to university, community college, nonprofit, small business. 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 Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity Education Innovation and Scholarship for Service (CyberAI SFS) provide?

Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity Education Innovation and Scholarship for Service (CyberAI SFS) provides between $300K and $2.5M 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 Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity Education Innovation and Scholarship for Service (CyberAI SFS) deadline?

Applications for Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity Education Innovation and Scholarship for Service (CyberAI SFS) are due 2027-04-05 (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 Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity Education Innovation and Scholarship for Service (CyberAI SFS)?

To apply for Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity Education Innovation and Scholarship for Service (CyberAI SFS), 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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