IES Research Grants

If you’re interested in learning more about conducting research on improving the academic outcomes of students with or at risk for learning disabilities, this opportunity may be right for you.
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GRA Position Benefits

Stipend

$30,000 living stipend per year

Health insurance

GRAs receive health insurance

Travel funding

Travel funds to attend and present at conferences

Laptop computer

GRAs are provided with a laptop computer

Applicants Must:

  • Meet the admissions requirements for the Ph.D. program,
  • Enroll as a full-time, residential student (minimum of 9 credit hours in Fall/Spring and 3-6 in Summer), and
  • Be available to work 20 hrs./week on research tasks

IES research grants faculty contact(s)

Elizabeth A. Stevens
Elizabeth A Stevens
Assistant Professor, Recruiting doctoral students for the Fall 2025 application cycle

Application deadline

December 1
Applications due December 1, 2023

Want to learn more?

Doctoral Concentration Begins Fall 2023. Doctoral applicants may learn more and apply online.