National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) Minority Serving Institutions (MSI) Program
Program Funding
Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.
Program Objective
The Minority Serving Institution Partnership Program's primary focus is to build a sustainable workforce pathway between Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs) and the DOE/NNSA’s sites/plants/laboratories in STEM disciplines, heightening awareness of the NNSA and its sites, plants and laboratories to MSIs with a common interest in STEM research fields.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- State governments
- Public nonprofits
- U.S. territories (incl. universities)
- Private nonprofits
- Native American organizations
Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSIs), Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs), Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISIs), Community Colleges, and all other minority serving institutions.
Beneficiaries
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The general public, scientists, researchers, student/trainee, graduate students, institutions of higher learning, NNSA, and other US government agencies will benefit. Elementary, Middle and high school students will also benefit due to the institutions of higher learning's programs supported by NNSA.
How to Apply
Application Procedure
Application forms and instructions are available upon request from the Office of Learning and Career Management, Leadership and Workforce Development Division (NA-MB-41); National Nuclear Administration (NNSA) U.S. Department of Energy, 1000 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20585; phone: (202) 586-2418.
Award Procedure
Applications will receive an administrative screening to determine if they are complete and in compliance with the terms of the solicitation. A technical merit review will be conducted in accordance with the 2 CFR Part 200. The review and selection process for each funding opportunity are included in the solicitation.
Decision Timeline
- Approval: From 90 to 120 days
Estimated range is from 90 to 180 days.
Program details & compliance
Description
The MSIPP supports all Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs), including Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs), Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSIs), and Asian American and Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AAPISIs). The Tribal Education Partnership Program (TEPP) supports Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs).
Use of Funds
Allowed Uses
Financial support, in whole or in part, may be provided for salaries, stipends, materials and supplies, equipment, travel, publication and training, and services required for conducting research, training, and related activities. Funding is provided for the purpose of exploring an idea that does not duplicate work already in progress or contemplated by DOE, is not already known to DOE, or has previously unrecognized merit. Restrictions on the use of funds depend on grant provisions.
Required Documentation
Documentation for indirect cost rates and any other documentation required by 2 CFR Part 200.
Reporting & Compliance
Applicable 2 CFR 200 Subparts
- Subpart B — General Provisions
- Subpart C — Pre-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart D — Post-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart E — Cost Principles
- Subpart F — Audit Requirements