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"Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) (Department of Education)" is currently closed and not accepting applications.
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) (Department of Education) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Education (ED), Institute of Education Sciences (IES).
This program offers three SBIR funding tracks for education technology companies at different stages: Phase IA for building a new product (early-stage), Phase IB for improving an existing product (mid-stage), and Direct to Phase II for scaling a proven innovation (late-stage). The program funds education technology, which can include AI and machine learning software for educational applications.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Track-specific requirements apply. Phase IA: Little or no prior product development. Phase IB: Must have an existing functioning prototype or product. Direct to Phase II: Must work with an existing evidence-based innovation developed by a university or nonprofit and include the original researcher on the team. All three tracks are competitive and mutually exclusive. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows phase IA: $250,000; Phase IB: $250,000; Direct to Phase II: $1,000,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was June 29, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) (Department of Education) is funded by U.S. Department of Education (ED), Institute of Education Sciences (IES). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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Institute of Education Sciences (IES) Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program is a grant from the U.S. Department of Education that funds innovative education technology prototypes and products developed by small businesses with potential for commercialization. The two-phase program supports rapid prototype development in Phase I and full-scale product development in Phase II, including games, simulations, virtual reality tools, AI adaptive tutors, and assistive technologies for classrooms. Awards are up to $1.25 million total — $250,000 for Phase I (8 months) and $1,000,000 for Phase II. Eligible applicants are for-profit small businesses with fewer than 500 employees.
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program, Institute of Education Sciences (IES) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Education (ED), Institute of Education Sciences (IES). The ED/IES SBIR program provides funding to small businesses for the research and development of commercially viable education technology products designed to support student learning, teacher practice, or school administration.
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