Office of Postsecondary Education (OPE): Student Support Service: Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP) State Grants, Assistance Listing Number 84.334S
ID: 357213Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Department of Education (ED)

Award Range

$0 - $5M

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Education

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/357213

Additional Information

https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2024-11-20/pdf/2024-27055.pdf
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Education is offering the Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP) State Grants, aimed at supporting low-income students in their pursuit of secondary education and postsecondary readiness. Eligible applicants include states and partnerships between institutions of higher education and local educational agencies, with a focus on enhancing educational access and addressing the needs of underserved populations, including students with disabilities. This discretionary grant program has an estimated total funding of $35 million, with individual awards ranging from $3 million to $5 million, and requires a 50% cost-sharing or matching commitment. Applications are due by February 3, 2025, and interested parties can contact Ben Witthoefft at Ben.Witthoefft@ed.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Ben.Witthoefft@ed.gov.
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    2022-26554.pdf
    The document outlines revised common instructions for applicants seeking discretionary grants from the Department of Education, aimed at reducing barriers and streamlining the application process. Key changes include the removal of the Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) reference, replaced by the Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), and updates to application submission protocols. The instructions emphasize electronic submissions through Grants.gov, requiring applicants to register and provide their UEI and Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN). Deadlines for submission are strictly enforced, and technical issues during application submission can warrant extensions. Additionally, accommodations for individuals with disabilities are addressed, ensuring accessibility throughout the application process. This document serves as a centralized guide for potential grant applicants, reinforcing the Department of Education’s commitment to facilitating funding opportunities while maintaining compliance with administrative requirements.
    2024-27055.pdf
    The document outlines the Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP) State Grants provided by the Department of Education for fiscal year 2025. The program targets low-income students, focusing on academic preparation and increasing postsecondary education access. It invites applications from states and partnerships between institutions of higher education and local educational agencies, emphasizing collaboration and support for students, including those with disabilities. Key points include deadlines for applications, funding amounts ranging from $3 million to $5 million, and requirements for a 50% cost match. The grants necessitate addressing specific competitive preference priorities, such as enhancing postsecondary access and addressing student needs, especially for underserved populations, including homeless and foster care youth. Evaluation and reporting mechanisms are established for tracking the program's success, with performance measures like high school graduation rates and postsecondary enrollment pathways. The document emphasizes compliance with civil rights laws and stresses the importance of providing accessible formats for individuals with disabilities. Overall, GEAR UP aims to bridge the educational attainment gap for underrepresented student populations through strategic funding and program implementation.
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