IES Announces 13 New Grants to Support Statistical and Research Methodology in Education
IES has awarded 13 new research grants under the Statistical and Research Methodology in Education Program (84.305D). » More info
Welcome to the Institute of Education Sciences (IES), the nation's leading source for rigorous, independent education research, evaluation and statistics.
What's New at IES
Recently released report presents outcomes of 2019–20 first-time postsecondary students (FTBs) 3 years later. Outcomes include students' postsecondary enrollment patterns, persistence and attainment, social and academic experiences and activities, and employment history. Additionally, the report describes FTBs' personal, employment, and educational disruptions resulting from the coronavirus pandemic. » More info
NCSER is hosting virtual office hours for applicants interested in applying for the Special Education Dissertation Research Fellowship Program. More information on all the virtual office hours is available here. » More info
The Work of IES
Watch a short video on how IES is supporting the development and use of independent education research, evaluation, and statistics.
Office of Science
The IES Office of Science oversees peer review of reports and research grant applications.
Peer Review of Reports
Peer Review of Grant Applications
Office of Science
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Featured Resources
The Standards for Excellence in Education Research (SEER)
Learn more about the Standards and access resources for making education research more transformational.
Transition from DUNS Number to Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) Fact Sheet
Information about the Federal government's transition from the DUNS Number to Unique Entity Identifier (UEI).
Featured Publications
Educator's Practice Guide to Support Reading For Understanding, K-3
This new What Works Clearinghouse guide has research-based recommendations for improving early grades reading and ideas and tips for implementation in the classroom.
Guide to Education Data Privacy
This free resource for states and districts was developed by practitioners in the field through the National Forum on Education Statistics. It is designed to assist school staff in protecting the confidentiality of student data.
Latest Posts from the IES Blog
New Topic Landing Page:
IES Topic Pages
Learn more about what IES is doing across the Centers on critical topics in education including English Learners, STEM, Literacy, Career and Technical Education, and Postsecondary Education.