NSF AI Education Act of 2025

Support for Students: The Director of the NSF may support scholarships and fellowships for undergraduate and graduate students to cover tuition, fees, and stipends for up to five years (Section 2, Subparagraph D).

Workforce Development: The bill establishes "Centers of AI Excellence" to enhance educational outcomes and drive workforce development by integrating artificial intelligence into teaching and learning (Section 3, Subparagraph B, clause ii).

Professional Growth for Educators: The bill allows for fellowships for teachers, school counselors, and other school professionals to obtain skills and training through partnerships with industry (Section 2, Subparagraph E, clause iv).

Support for Industry Professionals: Industry professionals may receive fellowships to take on short-term roles to instruct and educate students (Section 2, Subparagraph E, clause iii).

Research and Classroom Innovation: Eligible entities may receive awards to promote research on teaching models, tools, and materials for artificial intelligence in K-12 settings (Section 4, Subparagraph g, clause 2).

Networking for School Leaders: A pilot program may be established to provide peer support, mentoring, and research experiences for K-12 educators and principals (Section 4, Subparagraph h, clause 1).

Strict Eligibility Requirements: To receive scholarships or fellowships, individuals must be a citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident of the United States (Section 2, Subparagraph G, clause i).

Financial Dependency on Appropriations: The establishment of Centers of AI Excellence is subject to the availability of appropriations (Section 3, Subparagraph B, clause ii).