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Division of Social and Economic Sciences

Political Sciences (Program Description)

Description

The Political Science Program supports scientific research that advances knowledge and understanding of citizenship, government, and politics. Research proposals are expected to be theoretically motivated, conceptually precise, methodologically rigorous, and empirically oriented.
Substantive areas include, but are not limited to, American government and politics,comparative government and politics, international relations, political behavior, political economy, and political institutions.

In recent years, program awards have supported research projects on bargaining processes; campaigns and elections, electoral choice, and electoral systems; citizen support in emerging and established democracies; democratization, political change, and regime transitions; domestic and international conflict; international political economy; party activism; political psychology and political tolerance. The Program also has supported research experiences for undergraduate students and infrastructural activities, including methodological innovations, in the discipline.

Due Dates

Proposals must be submitted by the following date(s):

  • Full Proposal Target Date(s):
      August 15, 2003
        Full Proposals
      January 15, 2004
        Doctoral Dissertation Research Support Proposals are accepted January 15th ONLY
      January 15, 2004
        Full Proposals

Primary Program Contact

Frank P. Scioli, Jr.
Program Director
Rm. 995 N
Phone: (703) 292-8762,
Fax: (703) 292-9068,
Email: fscioli@nsf.gov

Eligibility Information

Standard eligibility criteria as defined in the Grant Proposal Guide apply to this program. There are no additional limitations.

Award Information

Estimated program budget, number of awards and average award size/duration are subject to the availability of funds.

Proposal Preparation Instructions

  • Full proposals: Standard Preparation Guidelines
    • Standard GPG Guidelines apply.

Budgetary Information

This program adheres to the budget definition and preparation instructions described in the Grant Proposal Guide and has no additional requirements or limitations.

Cost Sharing is not required.

Proposal Review Information

  • Merit Review Criteria: National Science Board approved criteria apply.

Award Administration Information

  • Award Conditions: Standard NSF award conditions apply.
  • Reporting Requirements: Standard NSF reporting requirements apply.

Related Information

Links:

Program Description Number: PD 98-1371

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