Administration for Community Living (ACL) - Merit Switzer Research Fellowship for Doctoral Dissertation Research

Overview of the DRRP funding program managed by NIDILRR, which supports research, development, and demonstration projects to improve the inclusion and independence of individuals with disabilities.

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Award amountPhase I: up to $100,000; Phase II: up to $575,000

Last checkedJun 24, 2026

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Rehabilitation Research and Training Center (RRTC) Program

Official program page for the Administration for Community Living's RRTC program, which funds research, training, and information dissemination to improve rehabilitation services for individuals with disabilities.

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Eligibility

States; Public or private agencies (including for-profit); Public or private organizations (including for-profit); Institutions of higher education; Indian Tribes and Tribal organizations

Requirements

Research must focus on improving rehabilitation methodology and service delivery systems; Research must improve health and functioning; Research must promote employment, independent living, family support, and economic/social self-sufficiency for individuals with disabilities

How to apply

Search for funding opportunities on Grants.gov; Use the search term *NIDILRR-RT* in the Opportunity Number text box; Check for opportunities between October and April annually

Important dates

Check for funding opportunities between October and April every year

Documents

2020-2024 Full-Text RRTC Publications in REHABDATA; Guide to Applying

Contact

Phillip Beatty at NIDILRR

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