Federal Grant Award Summary

Jackson State University received a $197,000 Project Grant from the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) under the Rehabilitation Long-Term Training program (CFDA 84.129), effective October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026. This award supports the development and implementation of academic training initiatives designed to address critical personnel shortages in vocational rehabilitation services. The grant funds the university's efforts to prepare qualified rehabilitation professionals who will provide specialized services to individuals with disabilities, including those with physical disabilities, mental health disorders, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and sensory impairments, with the ultimate goal of enabling these individuals to achieve competitive integrated employment and independent living.

The Rehabilitation Long-Term Training program, administered by the Department of Education's OSERS, provides financial assistance to academic institutions to develop comprehensive training programs, including master's degree programs and specialized rehabilitation counseling tracks. Jackson State University's project contributes to the program's broader mission to increase the workforce capacity in vocational rehabilitation services through specialized training in areas such as rehabilitation counseling, telerehabilitation, multicultural competency, and technology integration. The university's award aligns with program priorities to address emerging rehabilitation service needs and prepare professionals equipped to serve diverse populations with disabilities.