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NIST Research Experience for Teachers (NIST RET)

National Institute of Standards and Technology

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Rolling / OpenLast verified: 2026-06-19

About This Grant

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is soliciting applications from eligible U.S. public school districts or U.S. accredited private educational institutions nominating middle school science teachers, who have successfully completed the NIST Summer Institute for Middle School Science Teachers (NIST Summer Institute), to participate in the NIST Research Experience for Teachers program (NIST RET or Program). The NIST RET will allow the selected teachers to participate in scientific research with NIST scientists and engineers at the NIST Campus in Gaithersburg, Maryland, that will encourage the teachers to inspire their students to pursue careers in fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). The selected teachers will be required to attend the NIST RET during the summer of 2011 (exact dates to be decided by the teachers and scientists).

Grant Summary

NIST Research Experience for Teachers (NIST RET) is a National Institute of Standards and Technology grant providing funding that varies by award. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.

Focus Areas

sciencetechnology

Eligibility

Funder did not publish eligibility criteria — confirm directly with the funder before applying.

Requirements

  • required to attend the NIST RET during the summer of 2011 (exact dates to be decided by the teachers and scientists)

How to Apply

Funding Range

Up to $0K

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Complexity
Medium
  1. 1Confirm your organization is eligible for NIST Research Experience for Teachers (NIST RET) from National Institute of Standards and Technology, 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 National Institute of Standards and Technology before the deadline.
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NIST Research Experience for Teachers (NIST RET): Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for the NIST Research Experience for Teachers (NIST RET)?

NIST Research Experience for Teachers (NIST RET) is offered by National Institute of Standards and Technology and is generally open to eligible organizations. 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 NIST Research Experience for Teachers (NIST RET) provide?

NIST Research Experience for Teachers (NIST RET) provides an amount that varies by award per award from National Institute of Standards and Technology. 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 NIST Research Experience for Teachers (NIST RET) deadline?

NIST Research Experience for Teachers (NIST RET) accepts applications on a rolling or ongoing basis, so there is no single fixed deadline. Confirm current timing with the funder, National Institute of Standards and Technology, before you apply, and submit as early as possible because rolling programs can close once funds are committed.

How do you apply for the NIST Research Experience for Teachers (NIST RET)?

To apply for NIST Research Experience for Teachers (NIST RET), 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 National Institute of Standards and Technology.

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