# Mid-Career Advancement (MCA)

The MCA program offers an opportunity for scientists and engineers at the mid-career stage (see restrictions under Additional Eligibility Information) to substantively enhance and advance theirresearch program and career trajectory. Mid-career scientists are at a critical career transition stage where they need to advance their research programs to ensure long-term productivity and creativity but are often constrained by service, teaching, or other activities that limit the amount of time devoted to research. The MCA program provides protected time, resources, and the means to gain new skills through synergistic and mutually beneficial partnerships, typically at an institution other than the...

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Source: grants_gov
Source ID: 341086
Last confirmed Oct 13, 2026 · Grants.gov
Deadline: March 1, 2027
Award size: not disclosed

## Answer-first Q&A

### Who is eligible for Mid-Career Advancement (MCA)?

Mid-Career Advancement (MCA) eligibility includes eligible applicants named in the notice. Geographic eligibility is national or notice-specific geography; applicants should confirm the source notice before applying.

### What is the deadline for Mid-Career Advancement (MCA)?

Mid-Career Advancement (MCA) has a listed deadline of March 1, 2027. Grant deadlines can change, so verify the current date with U.S. National Science Foundation before submitting.

### How much funding is available for Mid-Career Advancement (MCA)?

Mid-Career Advancement (MCA) lists an award size of not disclosed. Award ranges and total program funding are reported from the source metadata when available.

### Who funds Mid-Career Advancement (MCA)?

Mid-Career Advancement (MCA) is funded by U.S. National Science Foundation. GrantSonar tracks the notice with source ID 341086 from grants_gov.