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Competitive Research Grants

  • Is there a preference as to whether the research should be quantitative or qualitative in nature?
  • Can I collaborate with the staff of the Duolingo English Test on the research?
  • Is there a preference as to whether the quantitative research should focus on methodological innovations with simulation studies or on applications of existing methods on the empirical data?
  • Can the research grant be used for hiring graduate students to help with the research?
  • I want to do research on a topic that is not listed in the announcement. Can I submit a proposal?
  • My institution wants me to conduct all my research through their Research Office which will charge 20% overhead. Is this acceptable?
  • My institution is not in the U.S. Will I be considered for a research grant?
  • Which countries take up a substantial share of Duolingo English Test candidature?
  • My institution sets a standard rate for indirect costs and exceptions to their policy are rare. What impact do indirect costs have on my chances of being awarded a grant?