CFDA Number
84.305
Unique assistance listing ID
CFDA 84.305 Education Active
2026 data Public-data reference. official source
Education Research and Development
CFDA 84.305 — federal assistance program administered by U.S. Department of Education, sourced from the SAM.gov Assistance Listings catalog.
Administered by U.S. Department of Education (ED)
Program overview. CFDA 84.305 — Education Research and Development — is a federal assistance listing in the Education category, administered by U.S. Department of Education (ED). The typical award range cataloged on SAM.gov is $100,000 to $3.0 million. The program is currently active in the SAM.gov Assistance Listings database. Eligible applicants include Educational Institution, Nonprofit Organization.
Funding opportunities. PlainGrants has indexed 20 Grants.gov opportunity announcements tied to CFDA 84.305. Of those, 0 are currently open for applications and 20 have closed. The largest award ceiling seen across these announcements is $15.0 million. Agencies have projected roughly $15.0 million in total estimated funding across the indexed announcements for this CFDA number. Individual Notice of Funding Opportunity documents on Grants.gov carry the exact deadlines, required forms, and submission instructions.
Next steps. Before applying for CFDA 84.305, confirm your organization has an active SAM.gov registration and a Unique Entity ID (UEI) — these are mandatory for every federal funding instrument. Read the current Notice of Funding Opportunity end-to-end, paying close attention to the cost-share or matching requirement, the evaluation criteria, and the narrative page limits. Education-category grants frequently require formal partnerships with local education agencies or accredited institutions — line those commitments up early. For structural help, the guides linked below cover SAM.gov setup, NOFO interpretation, and common rejection reasons.
Federal Grant Distribution
Federal grant distribution by category — FY2025 obligations (USAspending.gov)
Category
Education
Federal grant subject area
Open Opportunities
0
Currently open for applications
Typical award as share of ceiling 3.3%
$100,000 to $3.0 million
Typical Award Range
$100,000 to $3.0 million
Application Deadline
Annual
Category
Education
Program Description
Supports scientific research to improve student academic achievement and address educational challenges.
Who Is Eligible?
Educational Institution Nonprofit Organization
Ready to Apply?
Visit the official program website for current application requirements and deadlines.
Administering Agency
ED 77 programs
U.S. Department of Education
Federal education programs, student financial aid, and grants to states for K-12 and higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CFDA 84.305 grant program?
CFDA 84.305 is the "Education Research and Development" program administered by U.S. Department of Education. Supports scientific research to improve student academic achievement and address educational challenges.
Who is eligible for Education Research and Development?
Eligible applicants include: Educational Institution, Nonprofit Organization. Always verify current eligibility requirements directly with the awarding agency, as requirements can change between funding cycles.
How much funding is available through CFDA 84.305?
The typical award range for this program is $100,000 to $3.0 million. Actual amounts depend on available appropriations, the number of applicants, and the scope of the proposed project. Check the current Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for exact figures.
How do I apply for this federal grant?
Most federal grants require registration in SAM.gov and submission through Grants.gov. Start by reading the program's Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for specific instructions, deadlines, and required documents. See our step-by-step guide for the full application process.
What is the application deadline for Education Research and Development?
The listed deadline is Annual. Deadlines vary by funding cycle, so always verify with the current NOFO on Grants.gov.
Where can I find more education grants?
PlainGrants lists education grant programs from across federal agencies. Browse all Education grants by category, or use our Eligibility Finder to filter programs by your organization type and funding needs.
Funding Opportunities
Closed Closes: Mar 14, 2025
Institute of Education Sciences (IES): National Center for Education Research (NCER): Research Education Research and Development Center Program, Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.305C
Closed Closes: Mar 7, 2025
Institute of Education Sciences (IES): National Center for Education Research (NCER): Research Training Programs in The Education Sciences, Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.305B
Closed Closes: Sep 12, 2024
Institute of Education Sciences (IES): National Center for Education Research (NCER): Transformative Research in the Education Sciences Grant Program, Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.305T
Closed Closes: Sep 12, 2024
Institute of Education Sciences (IES): National Center for Education Research (NCER): Statistical and Research Methodology, Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.305D
Closed Closes: Sep 12, 2024
Institute of Education Sciences (IES): National Center for Education Research (NCER): Education Research, Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.305A
Closed Closes: Aug 15, 2024
Institute of Education Sciences (IES): National Center for Education Research (NCER)): Using Longitudinal Data to Support State Education Recovery Policymaking, Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.305S
Closed Closes: Aug 15, 2024
Institute of Education Sciences (IES): National Center on Education Research (NCER): Research Networks Focused on Critical Problems of Education Policy and Practice, Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.305N
Closed Closes: Aug 15, 2024
Institute of Education Sciences (IES): National Center on Education Research (NCER): From Seedlings to Scale, Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.305J
Closed Closes: Mar 7, 2024
Institute of Education Sciences (IES): National Center for Education Research (NCER): Research Education Research and Development Center Program, Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.305C
Closed Closes: Jan 11, 2024
Institute of Education Sciences (IES): National Center for Education Research (NCER): Research Training Programs in The Education Sciences, Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.305B
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