Federal Grant Award Summary

Utah Valley University received a $490,015 Project Grant from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Postsecondary Education under the Transition Programs for Students with Intellectual Disabilities into Higher Education (TPSID) program (CFDA 84.407), effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026. The award supports the establishment and strengthening of a model comprehensive transition and postsecondary program for students with intellectual disabilities through the Utah Higher Education Inclusion Alliance. This initiative aims to create sustainable, inclusive educational pathways that integrate students with intellectual disabilities into higher education environments while promoting academic enrichment, career skills development, and person-centered planning.

The program will deliver comprehensive transition and postsecondary educational services designed to enhance educational opportunities and career pathways for students with intellectual disabilities in the Orem, Utah region. Through this model initiative, UVU will develop and implement services that support successful transitions for this student population, with an emphasis on creating replicable, sustainable practices that can be leveraged beyond the initial grant period. The project aligns with federal TPSID program objectives to demonstrate effective inclusive postsecondary education models and create meaningful credentials and employment opportunities for students with intellectual disabilities.