Education Advising in Nigeria Notice of Funding Opportunity
ID: 357456Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Nigeria (DOS-NGA)

Award Range

$0 - $175K

Eligible Applicants

Private Institutions of Higher Education

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/357456
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Nigeria is inviting applications for a cooperative agreement aimed at promoting U.S. higher education opportunities for low-income Nigerian students through the Education Advising in Nigeria initiative. The program seeks to assist 40 high-achieving students by providing financial support for standardized admission tests, application fees, and travel costs, while coordinating with EducationUSA's network to manage advising centers in Abuja and Lagos. This funding opportunity, valued at $175,000, is part of the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs' efforts to broaden access to education for international students and aligns with U.S. diplomatic objectives. Interested applicants, including not-for-profit organizations and educational institutions, must submit their proposals by January 27, 2025, at 11:59 PM, and can direct inquiries to PASAbujaGrants@state.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    PASAbujaGrants@state.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    PDS-EDUSA-FY25-NOFO.pdf
    The Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) by the U.S. Mission in Nigeria seeks applications for a cooperative agreement to support the EducationUSA Advising Program, aiming to promote U.S. higher education opportunities for low-income Nigerian students. The funding opportunity, valued at $175,000, targets activities within Abuja or Lagos and aims to assist 40 high-achieving students who need financial support for standardized admission tests, application fees, and travel costs. The successful applicant will coordinate with EducationUSA's network to manage advising centers and oversee three project phases involving financial aid for application reviews, travel logistics, and visa expenditures. Eligible applicants include not-for-profit organizations, educational institutions, and public organizations with necessary registrations in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov). Applications must be submitted by January 27, 2025, at 11:59 PM, adhering to specific content and formatting guidelines. The review process will assess project goals, implementation strategies, community engagement plans, and sustainability of outcomes. This funding opportunity is part of the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs' initiatives to broaden access to education for international students, aligning with U.S. diplomatic objectives.
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