Federal Grant Award Summary

Vincennes University received a $416,756 Project Grant from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Postsecondary Education under the TRIO Student Support Services program (CFDA 84.042) for the period of September 1, 2026, through August 31, 2027. This award funds comprehensive academic and support services designed to enhance retention, graduation, and transfer rates for low-income, first-generation, and disabled college students enrolled at the institution. The program provides direct student services including tutoring, academic advising, career counseling, financial aid assistance, and educational workshops tailored to support disadvantaged populations in successfully completing their postsecondary education programs.

The TRIO Student Support Services program, administered by the Office of Postsecondary Education, represents a significant federal investment in higher education access and student success, with $6.54 billion distributed across 6,301 awards since 2001. Grant periods extend for five years with annual continuation awards contingent upon demonstrated progress and fund availability. Vincennes University's award supports the delivery of these evidence-based student support services at its Vincennes, Indiana campus, contributing to the broader federal objective of increasing educational attainment and reducing equity gaps in postsecondary education completion.