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Directorate for Geosciences (GEO)

The U.S. National Science Foundation Directorate for Geosciences (GEO) supports the agency's mission to advance and revolutionize research, expand educational opportunities, oversee vital infrastructure and build partnerships across the geosciences and beyond.

The directorate: 

  • Expands educational opportunities for students across the geosciences. 
  • Oversees diverse, state-of-the-art infrastructure and facilities around the world. 
  • Builds impactful partnerships both within the agency and with external groups to leverage resources and enable scientific innovations.

Recent funding opportunities

Program
Next Required Due Date: Proposals Accepted Anytime
Posted September 26, 2025
Program
Next Required Due Date: January 15, 2026
Posted September 26, 2025
Dear Colleague Letter
Next Required Due Date: See letter for details
Posted September 25, 2025
Dear Colleague Letter
Next Required Due Date: See letter for details
Posted September 18, 2025

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NSF Supplemental Funding Opportunities for Expanding K-12 Resources for AI Education