Opportunity Information: Apply for FR 5200 N 22
Apply for FR 5200 N 22
- The Department of Housing and Urban Development in the education sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "The Early Doctoral Student Research Grant Program and Doctoral Dissertation Research Grant Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 14.516 Doctoral Dissertation Research Grants.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jun 12, 2008 and posted on May 6, 2008.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 12, 2008. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Institutions of higher education accredited by a national or regional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education that sponsor a doctoral student is the official applicant. However, the sponsored doctoral student is responsible for the completion of the application (with the assistance of the institution) and must meet the following program requirements a. Early Doctoral Student Research Grant Program. Pre candidacy doctoral students sponsored for funding under this program must meet the following requirements (1) Be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (recipient of an Alien Registration Recipient Card Form I 551, commonly referred to as a Green Card) currently enrolled as a full time student in an accredited doctoral program (2) Have a major or concentration within a field related to housing and urban development (3) Have not taken the preliminary/comprehensive examinations (4) Completed at least two semesters or three terms of a doctoral studies program (depending on the course structure of the institution) and (5) Have an assigned faculty advisor to supervise the research manuscript. b. Doctoral Dissertation Research Grant Program. Doctoral students sponsored for funding under this program must meet the following requirements (1) Be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (recipient of an Alien Registration Recipient Card Form I 551, commonly referred to as a Green Card) currently enrolled in an accredited doctoral program (2) By the application deadline date, the student s dissertation proposal/prospectus will be accepted by the full dissertation committee (3) The student will have an assigned dissertation advisor and (4) By September 1, 2008, the student will have satisfactorily completed all other written and oral doctoral degree requirements, including all examinations, except the dissertation.
[Watch] Creating a grant proposal using the step-by-step wizard inside the applicant portal:
Opportunity Summary:
The Early Doctoral Student Research Grant (EDSRG) Program and the Doctoral Dissertation Research Grant (DDRG) Program are discretionary grant opportunities from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) designed to support doctoral-level research focused on policy-relevant housing and urban development issues. Both programs are aimed at strengthening research that can inform real-world housing and community development policy, but they target students at different stages of doctoral study. The EDSRG is meant for students who are still pre-candidacy and building foundational research and writing capacity, while the DDRG is intended for doctoral candidates who are ready to carry a dissertation through to completion.
The EDSRG Program is structured to help early-stage doctoral students cultivate research skills by producing a research manuscript on a housing and urban development topic with clear policy relevance. The grant is intended to support the development of scholarly work before a student advances to candidacy, with an emphasis on research training, mentorship, and producing a concrete written product (a manuscript). HUD indicates that about 100,000 dollars is available under this program, with a maximum performance period of 12 months per award. The maximum amount that may be requested to sponsor any one doctoral student under EDSRG is 15,000 dollars. In practice, this makes EDSRG a smaller, shorter award that supports early research design, data work, analysis, and writing under faculty supervision.
The DDRG Program is designed for later-stage doctoral candidates who are ready to complete dissertation research in housing and urban development policy. It supports the final research and writing required to finish a dissertation, again emphasizing policy relevance to HUD-related issues. HUD lists roughly 300,000 dollars available for DDRG funding, reflecting a larger overall pool than EDSRG. The maximum performance period is 24 months, giving candidates more time for advanced data collection, analysis, fieldwork (as applicable), and dissertation writing. The maximum amount that can be requested to sponsor a doctoral student under DDRG is 25,000 dollars, which is higher than EDSRG to better match the scope and cost of dissertation-stage research.
Eligibility is organized in a way that is common for federal student-focused research grants: the official applicant is the institution of higher education, not the student directly, but the student is responsible for completing the application with institutional assistance. Eligible applicant institutions must be accredited by a national or regional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, and they apply on behalf of (and sponsor) an individual doctoral student. The programs do not require cost sharing or matching funds, which lowers the barrier for universities and departments that may not have flexible funds available.
Student eligibility differs by program stage. For EDSRG, the sponsored student must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (green card holder) and must be currently enrolled full time in an accredited doctoral program. The student must have a major or concentration in a field related to housing and urban development, must have completed at least two semesters or three terms of doctoral study (depending on the institution), and must not yet have taken preliminary or comprehensive examinations, which is HUDs way of defining pre-candidacy status. The student must also have an assigned faculty advisor who will supervise the research manuscript, reinforcing that the grant is meant to be a mentored research training experience.
For DDRG, the sponsored student must also be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident enrolled in an accredited doctoral program, but the required milestones are more advanced. By the application deadline, the students dissertation proposal or prospectus must be accepted by the full dissertation committee, and the student must have an assigned dissertation advisor. In addition, HUD specifies a timing requirement: by September 1, 2008, the student must have satisfactorily completed all other written and oral doctoral degree requirements, including examinations, except for the dissertation itself. These conditions are intended to ensure that DDRG funds go to candidates who are realistically positioned to execute the research and finish the dissertation within the 24-month grant period.
Administratively, the opportunity is listed under Funding Opportunity Number FR 5200 N 22 and is categorized as a discretionary grant under an education-related activity category. The CFDA number provided is 14.516 (Doctoral Dissertation Research Grants). The notice includes a technical correction published in the Federal Register, with corrected instructions available via the application package download page. For access issues with the full announcement, the program contact listed is Sherone Ivey at 202-402-4200.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1) What are the EDSRG and DDRG programs?
The Early Doctoral Student Research Grant (EDSRG) Program and the Doctoral Dissertation Research Grant (DDRG) Program are discretionary grant opportunities from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Both support doctoral-level research on housing and urban development topics that are clearly policy-relevant.
2) What is the main difference between EDSRG and DDRG?
The key difference is the doctoral stage targeted. EDSRG is for early-stage doctoral students who are pre-candidacy and building research and writing capacity through a mentored research manuscript. DDRG is for doctoral candidates who are ready to complete dissertation research and writing through to completion.
3) What type of work does EDSRG fund?
EDSRG supports early-stage doctoral research training and development that results in a concrete written product: a research manuscript on a housing and urban development topic with clear policy relevance. The structure emphasizes mentorship, research skill-building, and writing before the student advances to candidacy.
4) What type of work does DDRG fund?
DDRG supports later-stage doctoral candidates conducting dissertation research on housing and urban development policy. It is intended to fund the final research and writing needed to complete the dissertation, with an emphasis on policy relevance to HUD-related issues.
5) How much total funding is available under EDSRG?
HUD indicates that about 100,000 dollars is available under the EDSRG program.
6) How much total funding is available under DDRG?
HUD lists roughly 300,000 dollars available for DDRG funding.
7) What is the maximum award amount per student under EDSRG?
The maximum amount that may be requested to sponsor any one doctoral student under EDSRG is 15,000 dollars.
8) What is the maximum award amount per student under DDRG?
The maximum amount that can be requested to sponsor a doctoral student under DDRG is 25,000 dollars.
9) What is the performance period for EDSRG awards?
The maximum performance period for EDSRG is 12 months per award.
10) What is the performance period for DDRG awards?
The maximum performance period for DDRG is 24 months.
11) Who is the official applicant: the student or the university?
The official applicant is the institution of higher education, not the student directly. The institution applies on behalf of (and sponsors) an individual doctoral student. The student is responsible for completing the application with institutional assistance.
12) What types of institutions are eligible to apply?
Eligible applicant institutions must be accredited by a national or regional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
13) Do these programs require cost sharing or matching funds?
No. The programs do not require cost sharing or matching funds.
14) What citizenship or residency is required for the student under EDSRG?
For EDSRG, the sponsored student must be a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident (green card holder).
15) What enrollment status is required for the student under EDSRG?
For EDSRG, the student must be currently enrolled full time in an accredited doctoral program.
16) What academic field requirements apply to EDSRG?
For EDSRG, the student must have a major or concentration in a field related to housing and urban development.
17) What minimum time-in-program requirement applies to EDSRG?
For EDSRG, the student must have completed at least two semesters or three terms of doctoral study (depending on the institution).
18) What does HUD mean by “pre-candidacy” for EDSRG eligibility?
For EDSRG, HUD defines pre-candidacy status as not yet having taken preliminary or comprehensive examinations.
19) Is a faculty advisor required for EDSRG?
Yes. For EDSRG, the student must have an assigned faculty advisor who will supervise the research manuscript.
20) What citizenship or residency is required for the student under DDRG?
For DDRG, the sponsored student must be a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident (green card holder).
21) What enrollment requirement applies to the student under DDRG?
For DDRG, the student must be enrolled in an accredited doctoral program.
22) What dissertation milestone must be met by the application deadline for DDRG?
By the application deadline, the student’s dissertation proposal or prospectus must be accepted by the full dissertation committee.
23) Is a dissertation advisor required for DDRG?
Yes. For DDRG, the student must have an assigned dissertation advisor.
24) What additional doctoral requirements must be completed for DDRG by the specified date?
HUD specifies that by September 1, 2008, the student must have satisfactorily completed all other written and oral doctoral degree requirements, including examinations, except for the dissertation itself.
25) Why does DDRG have stricter timing and milestone requirements?
The listed conditions are intended to ensure that DDRG funds go to candidates who are realistically positioned to execute the dissertation research and finish the dissertation within the 24-month grant period.
26) What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this grant notice?
The opportunity is listed under Funding Opportunity Number FR 5200 N 22.
27) What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA number provided is 14.516 (Doctoral Dissertation Research Grants).
28) How is this opportunity categorized?
It is categorized as a discretionary grant under an education-related activity category.
29) Is there anything notable about the published notice (for example, corrections)?
Yes. The notice includes a technical correction published in the Federal Register, and HUD indicates that corrected instructions are available via the application package download page.
30) Who should be contacted if there are access issues with the full announcement?
For access issues with the full announcement, the program contact listed is Sherone Ivey at 202-402-4200.
Browse more opportunities from the same agency: Department of Housing and Urban Development
Browse more opportunities from the same category: Education
Next opportunity: Greek Teacher Professional Development Project
Previous opportunity: U.S. Poland Parliamentary Youth Exchange Leadership Program
USGrants.org Applicant Portal:
Are you interested in learning about about how to apply for this government funding opportunity? You can create a free applicant account and receive instant access to our applicant portal that many business owners like you have benefited from.
Apply for FR 5200 N 22
[Watch] how do funding administrators access proposals?
Applicants also applied for:
Applicants who have applied for this opportunity (FR 5200 N 22) also looked into and applied for these:
| Funding Opportunity |
|---|
| Advanced Placement Incentive Program CFDA 84.330C Apply for ED GRANTS 050708 001 Funding Number: ED GRANTS 050708 001 Agency: Department of Education Category: Education Funding Amount: $1,000,000 |
| Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISI), CFDA Number 84.382B Apply for ED GRANTS 051208 001 Funding Number: ED GRANTS 051208 001 Agency: Department of Education Category: Education Funding Amount: $1,250,000 |
| Native American Serving Nontribal Institutions (NASNTI) Programs, CFDA Number 84.382C Apply for ED GRANTS 051208 002 Funding Number: ED GRANTS 051208 002 Agency: Department of Education Category: Education Funding Amount: $1,250,000 |
| Underground Railroad Educational and Cultural Program CFDA 84.345A Apply for ED GRANTS 051308 003 Funding Number: ED GRANTS 051308 003 Agency: Department of Education Category: Education Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| Office of Postsecondary Education Overview Information Predominantly Black Institutions Program CFDA Number 84.382A Apply for ED GRANTS 051308 001 Funding Number: ED GRANTS 051308 001 Agency: Department of Education Category: Education Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| CollegeCost Reduction and Access Act Hispanic Serving Institutions CFDA Number 84.031C Apply for ED GRANTS 051308 002 Funding Number: ED GRANTS 051308 002 Agency: Department of Education Category: Education Funding Amount: $2,500,000 |
| Training and Advisory Services Program Equity Assistance Centers (EACs) CFDA 84.004D Apply for ED GRANTS 051408 001 Funding Number: ED GRANTS 051408 001 Agency: Department of Education Category: Education Funding Amount: $800,000 |
| Promoting Rigorous Career and Technical Education Programs of Statewide or Multi State Articulation Agreements CFDA 84.051C Apply for ED GRANTS 052008 001 Funding Number: ED GRANTS 052008 001 Agency: Department of Education Category: Education Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| Disability Rehabilitation Research Projects (DRRPs) Center on Knowledge Translation for Technology Transfer CFDA 84.133A 7 Apply for ED GRANTS 053008 001 Funding Number: ED GRANTS 053008 001 Agency: Department of Education Category: Education Funding Amount: $1,000,000 |
| Technology and Media Services for Individuals With Disabilities Family Center on Technology and Disability CFDA 84.327F Apply for ED GRANTS 060208 001 Funding Number: ED GRANTS 060208 001 Agency: Department of Education Category: Education Funding Amount: $600,000 |
| Programs for Baccalaureate Degrees in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or Critical Foreign Languages, With Concurrent Teacher Certification CFDA 84.381A Apply for ED GRANTS 060408 001 Funding Number: ED GRANTS 060408 001 Agency: Department of Education Category: Education Funding Amount: $250,000 |
| Programs for Masters Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics or Critical Foreign Language Education CFDA 84.381B Apply for ED GRANTS 060408 002 Funding Number: ED GRANTS 060408 002 Agency: Department of Education Category: Education Funding Amount: $250,000 |
| Technical Assistance and Continuing Education (TACE) Centers CFDA 84.264A Apply for ED GRANTS 060508 001 Funding Number: ED GRANTS 060508 001 Agency: Department of Education Category: Education Funding Amount: $969,100 |
| Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services Overview Information Technical Assistance and Dissemination To Improve Services and Results for Children With Disabilities Technical Assistance Coordination Center CFDA Number 84.326Z Apply for ED GRANTS 060508 002 Funding Number: ED GRANTS 060508 002 Agency: Department of Education Category: Education Funding Amount: $1,800,000 |
| Design and Evaluate Communication Strategies to Mitigate visitor use impacts at Pelican and Cormorant Non breeding sites Apply for CA NOI 08 0006 Funding Number: CA NOI 08 0006 Agency: Bureau of Land Management Category: Education Funding Amount: $300,000 |
| Somalia Education and Water Program Apply for USAID EA 623 EA 08 041 RFA Funding Number: USAID EA 623 EA 08 041 RFA Agency: Kenya USAID Nairobi Category: Education Funding Amount: $12,000,000 |
| Small, Rural Achievement (SRSA) Program CFDA 84.358A Apply for ED GRANTS 060608 001 Funding Number: ED GRANTS 060608 001 Agency: Department of Education Category: Education Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| Disability Rehabilitation Research Projects (DRRPs) Classification and Measurement of Medical Rehabilitation Interventions, CFDA 84.133A 5 Apply for ED GRANTS 061208 002 Funding Number: ED GRANTS 061208 002 Agency: Department of Education Category: Education Funding Amount: $350,000 |
| Disability Rehabilitation Research Projects (DRRPs) Technology Access in Resource Limited Environments, CFDA 84.133A 9 Apply for ED GRANTS 061208 003 Funding Number: ED GRANTS 061208 003 Agency: Department of Education Category: Education Funding Amount: $950,000 |
| Disability Rehabilitation Research Projects (DRRPs) Health Care Coordination for Individuals with Disabilities, CFDA 84.133A 1 Apply for ED GRANTS 061208 001 Funding Number: ED GRANTS 061208 001 Agency: Department of Education Category: Education Funding Amount: $300,000 |
Grant application guides and resources
It is always free to apply for government grants. However the process may be very complex depending on the funding opportunity you are applying for. Let us help you!
Apply for Grants
Premium leads for funding administrators, grant writers, and loan issuers
Thousands of people visit our website for their funding needs every day. When a user creates a grant proposal and files for submission, we pass the information on to funding administrators, grant writers, and government loan issuers.
If you manage government grant programs, provide grant writing services, or issue personal or government loans, we can help you reach your audience.
Subscribe to Leads
Request more information:
Would you like to learn more about this funding opportunity, similar opportunities to "FR 5200 N 22", eligibility, application service, and/or application tips? Submit an inquiry below:
Don't forget to subscribe to our grant alerts mailing list to receive weekly alerts on new and updated grant funding opportunities like this one in your email.