Federal Grant Award Summary

Southwestern Christian College received a $250,000 Project Grant from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Postsecondary Education under the Higher Education Institutional Aid program (CFDA 84.031) for the period October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026. Under the "FUTURE ACT 2024-2030. Comprehensive Development Plan," the institution will strengthen institutional capacity, modernize facilities and technology, and expand student support services to improve student retention. As a private, historically Black college or university (HBCU) located in Terrell, Texas, Southwestern Christian College will utilize these funds to enhance its operational and academic infrastructure as part of its broader six-year development initiative.

The award supports Southwestern Christian College's efforts to build institutional management and fiscal capabilities while implementing targeted development activities aligned with the Higher Education Institutional Aid program's focus on strengthening minority-serving institutions. This funding complements the institution's existing federal support from the Department of Education and enables the college to continue its mission of providing educational services to underrepresented student populations through facility upgrades, technology integration, and enhanced student support mechanisms designed to increase retention rates.