The U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture (USDA NIFA) awarded a $505,263.16 Project Grant to Southern University and A&M College (SUBR) on July 15, 2024 under the Scholarships for Students at 1890 Institutions Program (CFDA 10.524). The goal of this 4-year grant is to positively impact the recruitment, retention, baccalaureate degree attainment, and workforce progression of SUBR students in food, agricultural, and related scientific fields. The grant will provide approximately 45 full scholarships up to $8,000 per year and 35 partial scholarships up to $4,000 per year to support eligible students with a minimum 2.8 GPA enrolled in disciplines such as agricultural sciences, family and consumer sciences, and urban forestry. The grant aims to leverage the USDA/NIFA scholarship funds with other financial aid sources to maximize the impact on student outcomes and build a diverse agricultural workforce.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not listed | $505.3k | 7/15/24 |