CFDA 84.324 Education Active
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Research in Special Education

CFDA 84.324 — 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 84.324 — Research in Special Education — 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 $2.0 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 84.324. Of those, 0 are currently open for applications and 20 have closed. The largest award ceiling seen across these announcements is $50,000. Individual Notice of Funding Opportunity documents on Grants.gov carry the exact deadlines, required forms, and submission instructions.

Next steps. Before applying for CFDA 84.324, 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.

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CFDA Number

84.324

Unique assistance listing ID

Category

Education

Federal grant subject area

Open Opportunities

0

Currently open for applications

Typical award as share of ceiling 5.0%

$100,000 to $2.0 million

Typical Award Range

$100,000 to $2.0 million

Application Deadline

Annual

Category

Education

Program Description

Funds research to improve education outcomes for children with disabilities.

Who Is Eligible?

Educational Institution Nonprofit Organization

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CFDA 84.324 grant program?
CFDA 84.324 is the "Research in Special Education" program administered by U.S. Department of Education. Funds research to improve education outcomes for children with disabilities.
Who is eligible for Research in Special Education?
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 84.324?
The typical award range for this program is $100,000 to $2.0 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 Research in Special Education?
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: Nov 14, 2024

Institute of Education Sciences (IES): National Center for Special Education Research (NCSER): Special Education Dissertation Research Fellowship Program, Assistance Listing Number: 84.324G

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Closed Closes: Sep 12, 2024

Institute of Education Sciences (IES): National Center for Special Education Research (NCSER): Research Training Programs in Special Education, Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.324B

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Closed Closes: Sep 12, 2024

Institute of Education Sciences (IES): National Center for Special Education Research (NCSER): Special Education Research, Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.324A

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Closed Closes: Jan 11, 2024

Institute of Education Sciences (IES): National Center for Special Education Research (NCSER): Special Education Research and development Center, Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.324C

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Closed Closes: Sep 21, 2023

Institute of Education Sciences (IES): National Center for Special Education Research (NCSER): Research Training Programs in Special Education, Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.324B

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Closed Closes: Sep 21, 2023

Institute of Education Sciences (IES): National Center for Special Education Research (NCSER): Special Education Research, Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.324A

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Closed Closes: Jan 12, 2023

Institute of Education Sciences (IES): National Center for Special Education Research (NCSER): Special Education Research and Development Center, Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.324C

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Closed Closes: Sep 8, 2022

Institute of Education Sciences (IES): National Center for Special Education Research (NCSER): Research Training Programs in Special Education Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.324B

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Closed Closes: Sep 8, 2022

Institute of Education Sciences (IES): National Center for Special Education Research (NCSER): Special Education Research Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.324A

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Closed Closes: Sep 30, 2021

Institute of Education Sciences (IES): Research to Accelerate Pandemic Recovery in Special Education Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.324X-2

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Disclaimer: This information is sourced from SAM.gov Assistance Listings (CFDA) and is for informational purposes only. Program requirements, deadlines, and availability change frequently. Always verify current requirements directly with the awarding agency before applying. PlainGrants is not affiliated with any federal agency.

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