Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Educational Program: Science, Mathematics And Research for Transformation (SMART)

 

To increase the intellectual capacity and proficiency of future scientists and engineers in disciplines critical to defense; and to increase the number of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) qualified individuals in the DoD workforce.

Active 12.631 Office of The Secretary of Defense, Department of Defense B - Project Grants Fiscal Year 2014 Increased the intellectual capacity and proficiency of future scientists and engineers in disciplines critical to defense; and increased the number of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) qualified individuals in the DoD workforce.
Fiscal Year 2015 To increase the intellectual capacity and proficiency of future scientists and engineers in disciplines critical to defense; and to increase the number of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) qualified individuals in the DoD workforce. Increased the intellectual capacity and proficiency of future scientists and engineers in disciplines critical to defense; and increased the number of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) qualified individuals in the DoD workforce.
Fiscal Year 2016 To increase the intellectual capacity and proficiency of future scientists and engineers in disciplines critical to defense; and to increase the number of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) qualified individuals in the DoD workforce. During FY2016, the total number of scholars that are not DoD employees was 500.
Fiscal Year 2017 During FY2017, the total number of scholars that are not DoD employees is 750.
Fiscal Year 2023 Projects increased the proficiency of future scientists and engineers in disciplines critical to defense. Growing the defense workforce is necessary for national security. SMART Defense Education Program, Public Law 109-163, 10 U.S.C. 2192a, Statute 119,3448 Subject to language in any announcement for competitive procedures. All applicants for scholarships must be at least 18 years of age and U.S. citizens. Applicants must be an undergraduate or graduate student majoring in a DoD-relevant STEM field. Applicants participate in internships at DoD laboratories. Participants will be required to obtain and/or maintain a security clearance. Upon completion of their degree, applicants are expected to work full-time for the DoD. See application (e.g. proof of citizentship, official transcripts, proof of enrollment in an accredited college or university). Preapplication coordination is not applicable. 2 CFR 200, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards applies to this program. The application procedures for scholarships can be found at www.smartscholarship.org. Award decisions will be based on a competitive selection process and availability of funds. Contact the headquarters or regional location, as appropriate for application deadlines From 90 to 120 days. Not applicable. Not applicable. Selection for beneficiaries is based on merit including (1) academic record and potential to succeed in their proposed study; (2) additional supporting documentation; and (3) commitment to Federal service and availability of funds Financial assistance through scholarships provided to undergraduate and graduate students majoring in a DoD-relevant STEM field. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and enrolled in an accredited U.S. institution of higher learning, e.g., university, college, etc. Performance Reports: Participant performance reports are required (see program details). Not applicable. Described in the terms and conditions of any ensuing award. Statutory formula is not applicable to this assistance listing.

Matching requirements are not applicable to this assistance listing.

MOE requirements are not applicable to this assistance listing. Eligible individuals may receive a SMART scholarship from one to five years. Varies depending on type of assistance. The Program Office is the STEM Development Office within the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense, Research and Engineering (OASD(R&E)). Information on scholarships can be found at www.smartscholarship.org. DoD Grants Policy Office
OSD does not directly execute programs within this listing. For information about open competitions or future opportunities involving OSD funding, prospective proposers should consult the program announcements, BAAs, or other notices of funding opportunities issued by the agents that execute the program.
Alexandria, VA 22350 US
osd.pentagon.ousd-r-e.mbx.dod-grants-policy-office@mail.mil
Phone: 571-372-6413 https://www.grants.gov/web/grants/search-grants.html?keywords=12.631 97-0400-0-1-120 (Project Grants) FY 22$254,536,619.00; FY 23 est $254,536,619.00; FY 24 est $156,779,837.00; FY 21$2,964,062.00; FY 20$3,479,496.00; FY 17$30,000,000.00; FY 18 est $35,000,000.00; FY 19 est $30,419,552.00; FY 16$27,000,000.00; FY 15$2,576,362.00; FY 14 est $10,000,000.00; - These figures are for scholarships to non-DoD personnel. See above. Please view the website at www.smartscholarship.org. Fiscal Year 2023 1) System for the synthesis, characterization, and fabrication of 2D materials; 2) Pulse-burst laser for highly-resolved flow field measurements in both space and time; 3) Mass spectrometry instrumentation capacity building for research and education.