PLTW Biomedical Science- New Program ( within 50 states of US) Grant

PLTW Biomedical Science- New Program ( within 50 states of US) Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Project Lead the Way inc.
Amount: Up to US $14,000
Last Updated: November 23, 2025

Summary

Project Lead The Way is offering a rolling grant for schools to implement the PLTW Biomedical Science program for the 2026-2029 academic years. Eligible schools can receive up to $14,000 to cover participation fees and training costs. This grant encourages public, private, and charter schools across the U.S. to enhance their science curriculum, supporting students with engaging, hands-on learning experiences. Schools must commit to offering specific courses during the grant period to qualify for funding.

Overview

Note: This is a rolling grant opportunity. Awards will be made twice monthly. PLTW Biomedical Science Project Lead The Way is making grants available to schools interested in adding PLTW Biomedical Science program for the first time in 2026-2027. Program Requirements PLTW Biomedical Science must be offered to students in the 2026-2027, 2027-2028, and 2028-2029 academic years. Grant awarded schools must: Offer at least one PLTW Biomedical Science course of the school's choosing to students in the 2026-2027 academic year,Offer at least two different PLTW Biomedical Science courses of the school's choosing in 2027-2028 academic year. This is a three-year grant. PLTW will directly covers the following costs associated with implementation of PLTW Biomedical Science: Year 1: 2026-2027 PLTW Biomedical Science participation fee;  Year 2: 2027-2028 PLTW Biomedical Science participation fee; and Four (4) PLTW Biomedical Science Core Training registration fees. Teachers at awarded schools have until October 1, 2028 to register for PLTW Biomedical Science Core Trainings using their grant awarded training seats. In Year 3, 2028-2029, grantees are required to assume financial responsibility for the PLTW Biomedical Science participation fee regardless of offering the program. Grant Award and Distribution Schedule: Total Award: $14,000 2026-2027: $11,8002027-2028: $2,2002028-2029: $0

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. School Type: Public, Private, CharterEligible schools must be located in a US state, US territory, or DC. All schools are encouraged to apply including:Public, private and charter schoolsRural, urban and suburban schoolsDistricts/schools seeking to begin PLTW or existing PLTW districts seeking to offer a complete PLTW program pathwayAllowable ExpensesPLTW Participation Fee; Other

Ineligibility

Unallowable ExpensesBenefits; Meals; Infrastructure; Renovations; Indirect Costs; Any other expenses unspecific as allowable; Equipment and supplies listed as Optional; Training Cancellation Fees; Training Substitution Fees; Trainings where there was a no-show; Trainings where a credential was not earned; Salaries; Stipends for use during PLTW Core Training; Stipends unrelated to PLTW Core Training