Programs authorized and funded under federal law as well as any applicable competitions made possible by these programs are described in this reference guide. It includes information on funding for laboratories, centers, and other facilities that provide important resources for education. Information is provided on financial assistance offered to state and local education agencies, institutions of higher education, postsecondary and vocational institutions, public and private nonprofit organizations, and individuals. Each entry is listed under a broad topical heading, the Department's administering office, Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance number, who may apply, current competitions, types of assistance available, funding levels for the last 3 fiscal years, awards information, program details including legislative citation and program regulations and descriptions, education level, subject index, and contact information. At the end of each entry is the most up-to-date contact information for each program, along with a list of related Web sites. A subject index and list of commonly requested websites conclude the guide. (MLF)