Project Grant P116J250140
- Federal Grant Award Summary Michigan State University received a $2,359,829 Project Grant from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Postsecondary Education under the Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE, CFDA 84.116) program, effective January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2029. The award supports "Scaling Michigan's Food Processing Workforce: Expanding MSU's Food Processing, Technology & Safety Certificate Program," a four-year initiative designed to...
- Federal Grant Award Summary Mississippi State University received a $272,364 Project Grant award from the Department of Education's Office of Postsecondary Education under the TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) Program (CFDA 84.042), effective September 25, 2025, through September 24, 2026. The award funds the TRIO Student Support Services STEM initiative, which provides comprehensive supportive services designed to enhance academic outcomes for disadvantaged college students, including...
- This Project Grant award of $1,000,000 from the U.S. Department of Education's Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE) program supports Siena College's efforts to build a pipeline for the future STEM workforce and provide continuing education for middle and high school teachers. The funding will be used to purchase STEM equipment and develop educational programs that enhance the quality, accessibility, and effectiveness of postsecondary STEM education. This award aligns...
- This federal Project Grant award of $1,000,000.00 was provided by the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Postsecondary Education under the Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (CFDA 84.116) program. The award to Delta State University supports the development of the Agricultural Aircraft Operations Career Pathways program, which will create specialized flight training simulators for agricultural and firefighting aircraft operations. A $31,081.20 sub-award was provided to...
- Federal Grant Award Summary The Skills Foundation of Mississippi, Inc. received a $450,000 Project Grant from the Employment and Training Administration (ETA) under the Community Project Funding/Congressionally Directed Spending program (CFDA 17.289), effective July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2027. As a congressionally directed spending initiative, this award supports workforce development and community enhancement activities designed to address local economic needs in Mississippi. While the...
- Federal Grant Award Summary Truckee Meadows Community College received a $1.76 million Project Grant from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Postsecondary Education under the Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE, CFDA 84.116) program, awarded January 1, 2026 with completion scheduled for December 31, 2029. The award supports the development and implementation of an Industrial Operations Skills Certificate Program designed to enhance postsecondary educational...
- The U.S. Department of Education's Office of Postsecondary Education awarded a $284,000 Project Grant under the Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (CFDA 84.116) to Delta College for a Semiconductor Training program. The award period runs from September 1, 2024 to August 31, 2027. This grant supports Delta College, a state-controlled institution of higher learning, in developing and implementing an innovative educational program focused on semiconductor technology. The program...
- Federal Grant Award Summary Utah State University received a $959,901 Project Grant award from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Postsecondary Education under the Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE, CFDA 84.116) program, effective January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2029. The project, titled "Transforming Engineering Accreditation: An Adaptable Evidence-Based Framework for the 21st Century," supports institutional reforms and innovative strategies...
- Federal Project Grant Award Summary Mississippi State University received $1,152,004 in project grant funding from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) under the Appalachian Area Development program (CFDA 23.002), with an award date of October 1, 2025, and completion target of September 30, 2027. The award supports career and technical education initiatives in Mississippi, aligning with ARC's strategic objectives to increase resident education, knowledge, and skills development within the...
- Federal Grant Award Summary San Jose State University Research Foundation received a $2.37 million Project Grant from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Postsecondary Education under the Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE, CFDA 84.116) program, effective January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2029. The grant funds an initiative titled "AI Is Only as Good as Its Users: Advancing Students' Informed Use of AI in Higher Education," which supports...
Mississippi State University received a $2.57M Project Grant award from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Postsecondary Education under the Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE, CFDA 84.116) program for the Skilled Trades Empowerment Program (STEP). The award, effective January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2029, supports institutional reforms and innovative educational strategies designed to improve postsecondary instruction and expand educational opportunities in skilled trades. While specific sub-award details are not provided in the award documentation, the FIPSE program typically funds comprehensive initiatives that address educational access, student success, and support for underserved populations through activities such as curriculum development, workforce training infrastructure, and student support services. The STEP initiative aligns with FIPSE's strategic focus on enhancing postsecondary quality and preparing students for high-demand career pathways. As a parent grant holder, Mississippi State University will serve as the primary administrator of funds and may distribute resources to sub-recipients, including community-based organizations and regional educational partners, to deliver program services and achieve measurable outcomes in skilled trades education and workforce development through the four-year grant period.Summary
Mod # | Description | ReasonForModification | Federal Obligation | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not listed | $2.6m | 12/31/25 |