Federal Grant Award Summary

The University of Arkansas, Fayetteville Division received a $222,210 Project Grant award dated October 1, 2025, from the Department of Education's Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services under the Rehabilitation Long-Term Training (RLTT) program (CFDA 84.129). The award supports an academic training initiative focused on rehabilitation of individuals with mental illness, with performance extending through September 30, 2026. Under this grant, the university develops and delivers comprehensive training programs designed to address personnel shortages in vocational rehabilitation services. A minimum of 65 percent of project funds must be allocated as scholarships to RSA (Rehabilitation Services Administration) scholars who receive specialized education to provide vocational rehabilitation services to individuals with mental health disorders.

The program emphasizes preparing rehabilitation professionals to support individuals with mental illness in achieving competitive integrated employment and independent living outcomes through evidence-based rehabilitation counseling approaches. The university's Office of Research & Sponsored Programs administers the grant at the Fayetteville, Arkansas location and is responsible for maintaining detailed records of program activities and scholar outcomes in accordance with federal regulations outlined in 34 Code of Federal Regulations Parts 385 and 386.