Opportunity Information: Apply for EPA F2009 STAR G1

  • The Environmental Protection Agency in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Fall 2009 EPA Science To Achieve Results (STAR) Fellowships For Graduate Environmental Study" and is now available to receive applicants.
  • Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 66.514 Science To Achieve Results (STAR) Fellowship Program.
  • This funding opportunity was created on Aug 19, 2009 and posted on Aug 19, 2009.
  • Applicants must submit their applications by Oct 22, 2009 Please refer to the full announcement, including Section IV, for additional information on submission methods and due dates.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
  • The funding agency has allocated a total of $4,500,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
  • Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $37,000.00 in funding.
  • The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 120 candidate(s).
  • Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
  • See Section III of the announcement for additional eligibility information.
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Opportunity Summary:

The Fall 2009 EPA Science to Achieve Results (STAR) Fellowships for Graduate Environmental Study is a discretionary federal funding opportunity from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) designed to support graduate students pursuing advanced study in environmental fields. Offered under the EPA STAR program (CFDA 66.514), the opportunity funds fellowships at both the masters and doctoral levels, with the goal of building the next generation of environmental scientists and professionals. Applicants should also note that projects funded under this request for applications (RFA) may involve the collection of geospatial information, which can matter for research planning and data management expectations.

EPA anticipated making approximately 120 new fellowship awards, contingent on available funding, with planned award decisions by June 30, 2010. The estimated total program funding listed for this competition was $4,500,000. The maximum support level was up to $37,000 per year per fellowship (also listed as the award ceiling), which indicates the upper limit of annual financial support that could be provided to an individual fellow.

The fellowship duration depends on the degree level. Masters students could receive support for up to two years. Doctoral students could receive support for up to three years, and importantly, that three years of support could be used over a four-year window, allowing some flexibility in how the funding aligns with doctoral timelines. The opportunity did not require cost sharing or matching funds, meaning applicants were not expected to provide their own funds or institutional match as a condition of eligibility.

Key dates and submission logistics were clearly defined. The opportunity was posted on August 19, 2009, with an original and current closing date of October 22, 2009. Paper applications had to be received by 4:00 PM on October 22, 2009, while electronic submissions through Grants.gov were due by 11:59:59 PM Eastern Time on the same date. The announcement emphasized reviewing the full solicitation, particularly Section IV, for detailed submission instructions, accepted methods, and any additional due-date rules. The funding opportunity was archived on November 21, 2009.

Eligibility was listed broadly as "Others," with the specific eligibility rules referenced in Section III of the full announcement. In practice, this indicates that prospective applicants needed to consult the official solicitation text to confirm who could apply (for example, student status requirements, field of study constraints, citizenship or residency rules if any, and other program-specific conditions). For those unable to access the full announcement electronically, the EPA provided a point of contact: Brandon Jones, reachable toll-free at 1-800-490-9194.

Administrative identifiers for this opportunity include the Funding Opportunity Number EPA-F2009-STAR-G1 and the title "Fall 2009 EPA Science To Achieve Results (STAR) Fellowships For Graduate Environmental Study." The instrument type was listed as a grant, and the funding activity category was labeled "Other," clarified as a fellowship program.

Fall 2009 EPA STAR Fellowships (Graduate Environmental Study) FAQs

What is the name of this funding opportunity?

The opportunity is titled "Fall 2009 EPA Science To Achieve Results (STAR) Fellowships For Graduate Environmental Study."

Which federal agency is offering this fellowship?

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is the sponsoring agency.

What program is this fellowship offered under?

It is offered under the EPA Science to Achieve Results (STAR) program.

What is the CFDA number for this opportunity?

The CFDA number listed is 66.514.

What type of funding instrument is used?

The instrument type is listed as a grant, and the announcement clarifies that it is a fellowship program.

What is the purpose of the STAR fellowships?

The stated goal is to support graduate students pursuing advanced study in environmental fields and to help build the next generation of environmental scientists and professionals.

Which degree levels are eligible for fellowship support?

The opportunity funds fellowships at both the masters and doctoral levels.

How many awards did EPA expect to make?

EPA anticipated making approximately 120 new fellowship awards, contingent on available funding.

What was the estimated total funding for this competition?

The estimated total program funding listed for this competition was $4,500,000.

What is the maximum annual support per fellow?

The maximum support level was up to $37,000 per year per fellowship (also listed as the award ceiling).

How long can a masters student receive support?

Masters students could receive support for up to two years.

How long can a doctoral student receive support?

Doctoral students could receive support for up to three years.

Is there flexibility in how doctoral students use the three years of funding?

Yes. The three years of doctoral support could be used over a four-year window, which provides flexibility for aligning funding with a doctoral timeline.

Is cost sharing or matching funds required?

No. The opportunity did not require cost sharing or matching funds.

When was the opportunity posted?

The opportunity was posted on August 19, 2009.

What was the application deadline?

The original and current closing date was October 22, 2009.

What was the deadline for paper submissions?

Paper applications had to be received by 4:00 PM on October 22, 2009.

What was the deadline for electronic submissions?

Electronic submissions through Grants.gov were due by 11:59:59 PM Eastern Time on October 22, 2009.

Where were electronic applications submitted?

Electronic submissions were made through Grants.gov.

Were there special instructions about submission rules and due dates?

Yes. The announcement emphasized reviewing the full solicitation, particularly Section IV, for detailed submission instructions, accepted methods, and any additional due-date rules.

When was the funding opportunity archived?

The opportunity was archived on November 21, 2009.

What was the planned award decision date?

EPA planned award decisions by June 30, 2010.

What is the Funding Opportunity Number?

The Funding Opportunity Number is EPA-F2009-STAR-G1.

What does the funding activity category mean for this announcement?

The funding activity category was labeled "Other," and it was clarified as a fellowship program.

Who is eligible to apply?

Eligibility was listed broadly as "Others," with specific eligibility rules referenced in Section III of the full announcement. Applicants were expected to consult the official solicitation to confirm requirements such as student status, field of study constraints, and any other program-specific conditions.

Does this opportunity mention geospatial information?

Yes. The announcement notes that projects funded under this request for applications (RFA) may involve the collection of geospatial information, which may affect research planning and data management expectations.

Where can applicants find detailed eligibility and application instructions?

The announcement points applicants to the full solicitation, specifically Section III for eligibility and Section IV for submission logistics and instructions.

Who can applicants contact if they cannot access the full announcement electronically?

The EPA provided a point of contact: Brandon Jones, reachable toll-free at 1-800-490-9194.

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