This Project Grant award from the United States Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture (USDA NIFA) under the Scholarships for Students at 1890 Institutions Program (CFDA 10.524) provides $505,263.16 to the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) to support its 1890 Scholarship Program. The grant aims to increase the diversity and technical competency of the agricultural workforce by providing scholarships and comprehensive educational services to underrepresented minority students pursuing baccalaureate degrees in food, agricultural, and related scientific disciplines. Through this four-year award, which runs from July 15, 2024, to July 14, 2028, UAPB plans to award a total of 29 new 1890 scholarships across five funding levels, ranging from $6,000 to $20,000 per student annually. The grant will support UAPB's efforts to recruit, retain, and graduate underrepresented minority students in critical agricultural and scientific fields.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not listed | $505.3k | 7/9/24 |