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Young Faculty Award (YFA) is sponsored by DARPA. The DARPA Young Faculty Award (YFA) program identifies and engages researchers in junior faculty positions at U.S. academic and non-profit research institutions. It exposes them to national security needs and DARPA's program development process, providing funding, mentoring, and industry and national security contacts to awardees early in their careers.
The long-term goal is to develop the next generation of academic scientists, engineers, and mathematicians who will focus on national security issues.
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Search similar grants →Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Proposers must be employed at a U.S. institution in a current tenure-track faculty position, tenured faculty within 3 years of their tenure date, or an equivalent at a non-profit research institution within 12 years of the receipt of their doctorate. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Maximum of $500,000 for a 24-month base period and a possible 12-month option period (Director's Fellowship) for a maximum of $500,000. Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
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