This program awards cooperative agreements to U.S. accredited colleges and universities to administer scholarships and fellowships for undergraduate and graduate students in nuclear science and engineering disciplines. Funded activities support education and workforce development in nuclear energy fields, including nuclear engineering, health physics, radiochemistry, cybersecurity, and related areas. The program aims to attract and train the next generation of nuclear energy professionals.
Eligible applicants are accredited public, state-controlled, and private institutions of higher education in the United States. The program supports administration of scholarships and fellowships for students at these institutions.