Michigan Space Grant Consortium Pre-College and Teacher Training Grants
Eligibility
Michigan K-12 schools, educators, and organizations focusing on STEM education may apply for Pre-College grants. Michigan K-12 teachers seeking STEM professional development may apply for Teacher Training awards. Projects must align to NASA's STEM education goals including space science, Earth science, aviation, or computational thinking.
Program Goals
The Michigan Space Grant Consortium (MSGC), funded by NASA, supports STEM education in Michigan through Pre-College grants for schools and community programs, and Teacher Training awards for professional development. Projects connect students and teachers to NASA science, engineering, and technology themes. MSGC is hosted at the University of Michigan and distributes funds to Michigan educators and institutions.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
Applications are submitted online through the MSGC website. The next cycle opens September 1, 2026, with a deadline of November 12, 2026. Applications require a project description, NASA alignment statement, team qualifications, and budget.
Cycle Notes
MSGC Pre-College and Teacher Training Grants run on an annual cycle. The 2026-27 cycle opens September 1 and closes November 12, 2026. Visit msgc.engin.umich.edu for the current application.
Grant Award Amount
Pre-College grants award up to $10,000 per project. Teacher Training awards support individual teacher professional development. Award amounts for teacher training vary by program type and training cost.
Allowable Purchases
Forward Education Products for This Grant
These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.
- micro:bit Starter Kit — physical computing and coding aligned to NASA STEM education themes
- MicroChat AI Literacy Kit — AI literacy for space science and NASA-aligned STEM programs
- CHARGE Climate Sensor Kit — Earth and environmental science for NASA Earth systems and climate programs
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for Michigan Space Grant Consortium grants?
Michigan K-12 schools and educators may apply for Pre-College grants. Michigan teachers may apply for Teacher Training awards. Projects must align to NASA STEM education goals.
How much funding is available through MSGC grants?
Pre-College grants award up to $10,000 per project. Teacher Training awards vary by program type.
Can MSGC grant funds be used for STEM and coding tools?
Yes. MSGC grant funds can support hands-on STEM materials, physical computing kits, and coding curriculum when they align to the program's stated goals. Document alignment to program objectives before purchasing.
How do Michigan schools apply for MSGC grants?
Apply online at msgc.engin.umich.edu by November 12, 2026. Submit a project description, NASA alignment statement, team qualifications, and budget.
How can Forward Education help with MSGC grant funding?
Forward Education provides curriculum alignment documents, official pricing letters for grant budgets, and letters of support for Michigan schools. Our STEM kits are purpose-built to meet the learning outcomes MSGC funds. Contact us before submitting your application.
Need Help Writing Your Grant Application?
Forward Education works with schools and districts to build strong funding proposals. We can help you connect our tools to your grant requirements.
- Curriculum alignment documents — Michigan standards mapped to our kits
- Program quotes and pricing — classroom sets, bundles, and multi-site pricing
- Letters of support — documentation for grant applications
- Project ideas and scope-and-sequence — ready-to-use program outlines
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