Project Grant 2235576
Award Date
5/1/23
Completion Date
4/30/26
Dollars Obligated
$225K
Federal Agency
Division of Undergraduate Education
Federal Grant Program
47.076
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
San Diego, CA 92110, USA
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