IDOE Cambridge Grant Overview & Eligibility

Who Can Apply for the 2026-27 Cambridge Grant?

The 2026-27 Cambridge Grant is open to all Indiana-accredited K-12 public, charter, and private schools. Schools must submit an application to and receive approval from the Indiana Department of Education to access funding.

View related grant memos here:

• 2025-26 Grant Release Memo
• 2025-26 Grant Recipients

Eligibility

• Must be an Indiana-accredited school (public, charter, or private)
• Must commit to implementing at least one math, science, or Thinking Skills course
• Must outline a plan for long-term sustainability beyond the pilot funding period

Funding Details

Approved schools may receive up to $20,000 for 2026-27. Schools may begin teaching Cambridge in 2026-27 or 2027-28 

Funding is provided through state allocations managed by the Indiana Department of Education.

Grant Goals & Focus Areas

The primary goal of the IDOE Cambridge Math & Science Grant is to expand access to and improve performance in math and science courses across Indiana schools. This initiative supports the state’s broader mission to enhance workplace readiness through stronger STEM education.

Schools applying for the grant will identify how they plan to use Cambridge curriculum and resources to support math and science readiness. A list of suggested focus areas is provided in the grant documentation, but schools are encouraged to define custom goals aligned with their unique needs.

Applicants must describe how they will sustain the program after the grant period ends. In Indiana, many schools can continue the program with minimal cost due to the $2,495 reimbursement per student who earns the Honors Plus Seal via the Cambridge AICE Diploma.

Benefits of Cambridge in Indiana

Participating schools and students gain access to several key benefits:

• ✅ Guaranteed college credit at all Indiana public higher education institutions, including Ivy Tech
• ✅ Guaranteed college acceptance to Indiana public higher education institutions with the AICE Diploma
• ✅ Supports Indiana diploma requirements
• ✅ Exam fees covered for up to 3 Cambridge exams per student, per year