Office of Postsecondary Education (OPE): Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE): Tribal Controlled Colleges or Universities (TCCUs) Research and Development Infrastructure (RDI) Grant Program, Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.116H
ID: 355427Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Department of Education (ED)

Award Range

$0 - $2M

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/355427

Additional Information

https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2024-07-18/pdf/2024-15538.pdf
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Department of Education is inviting applications for the Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE): Tribal Controlled Colleges or Universities (TCCUs) Research and Development Infrastructure (RDI) Grant Program, with an Assistance Listing Number (ALN) of 84.116H. This grant program aims to enhance research capacity and infrastructure at TCCUs, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), and other Minority-Serving Institutions (MSIs) by providing funding for projects that improve research productivity, faculty development, and partnerships to secure external funding. The initiative is particularly significant as it addresses the unique challenges faced by TCCUs in developing research activities due to resource constraints, ultimately supporting educational outcomes for underrepresented students. Eligible institutions can apply for grants up to $2 million, with applications open from July 18, 2024, and a submission deadline of September 16, 2024. For further information, interested parties can contact Jason Cottrell at Jason.Cottrell@ed.gov or call (202) 453-7530.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jason.Cottrell@ed.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    2022-26554.pdf
    The document outlines revised common instructions for applicants seeking discretionary grants from the Department of Education (Department). These revisions aim to streamline application processes and reduce barriers for potential applicants. Key updates include the elimination of references to the Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS), now replaced by the Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), along with technical updates for clarity. The submission process emphasizes electronic applications through Grants.gov, including details on registration requirements, submission deadlines, and necessary documentation. Paper applications are discouraged but can be accepted under certain conditions, requiring prior notification. Additionally, the document addresses assistance for applicants with disabilities and outlines public meeting protocols for the Environmental Management Site-Specific Advisory Board. Overall, the changes reflect the Department's commitment to making grant application processes more accessible and efficient for applicants while ensuring adherence to federal requirements.
    2024-15537.pdf
    The Department of Education is implementing new priorities, requirements, and definitions for the Research and Development Infrastructure (RDI) grant program aimed at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Tribal Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs), and Minority-Serving Institutions (MSIs) for FY 2024 and beyond. This initiative seeks to enhance research infrastructure, faculty expertise, and partnerships to secure external funding and improve research productivity. Effective August 19, 2024, the program introduces five priorities, each targeting specific types of institutions with a focus on transforming their research capacities and facilitating movement towards higher research classifications (R1 and R2). Key changes include the introduction of Priority 5 for TCCUs, aligns funding based on Pell Grant recipient percentages, and strategies to support diverse institutions. Grantees must adhere to a 1:1 matching requirement unless waived due to exceptional circumstances like economic hardship. The program’s framework emphasizes that funding is available to develop research capacities through various means including infrastructure improvements and faculty development. Ultimately, it seeks to ensure that under-resourced institutions can participate in significant research initiatives to bolster their academic and societal impact. The document outlines legal authority, definitions, and operational guidelines to facilitate the program's intent.
    2024-15538.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Education is inviting applications for the Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education—Tribal Controlled Colleges or Universities (TCCUs) Research and Development Infrastructure (RDI) Grant Program for fiscal year 2024. The program aims to provide critical funding to Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), TCCUs, and other Minority-Serving Institutions (MSIs) to enhance research capacity and infrastructure. Applications are open from July 18, 2024, with a deadline of September 16, 2024. The initiative seeks to support various enhancements, such as research productivity, faculty development, and partnerships to secure external funding. The program emphasizes the unique role TCCUs play in educating American Indian and Alaska Native students, noting the challenges these institutions face in developing research activities due to resource constraints. Eligible institutions can apply for grants up to $2 million, with a project duration of up to 48 months. The RDI grant program prioritizes projects that improve research infrastructure and align with community needs. In summary, this grant initiative is essential for bolstering the research capabilities of TCCUs, thus enhancing educational outcomes for underrepresented students and improving institutional sustainability through increased research funding and activity.
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