Project Grant 2400810
Award Date
5/1/24
Completion Date
4/30/27
Dollars Obligated
$595K
Federal Agency
Division of Undergraduate Education
Federal Grant Program
47.076
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Williamsport, PA, USA
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