Federal Project Grant Award Summary

The University of Maryland, College Park received a $500,000 project grant from the 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 grant supports the Maryland Inclusive Higher Education Consortium initiative focused on Growing IPSE (Inclusive Postsecondary Education) Statewide. Under this award, the University of Maryland will develop and expand high-quality, inclusive comprehensive transition and postsecondary education programs designed to serve students with intellectual disabilities across Maryland.

The grant supports model demonstration activities that integrate students with intellectual disabilities into higher education environments through academic enrichment, career skills development, and person-centered planning initiatives. The TPSID program prioritizes creating sustainable inclusive postsecondary education models that enhance opportunities for independent living and employment while developing meaningful credentials for participating students. The University of Maryland's consortium-based approach addresses geographic service gaps and demonstrates institutional commitment to inclusive higher education practices that serve underrepresented populations in postsecondary settings.