The Department of Education Office of Elementary and Secondary Education awarded the University of Mary in Bismarck, North Dakota $925,958 on October 1, 2025, under the Native American Education Leadership Program (NAELP), a competitive project grant funded through the Indian Education — Special Programs for Indian Children program (CFDA 84.299).
The award funds leadership development and related activities supporting Native American education from October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2027. The University of Mary is a private, non-profit educational institution with a focus on teacher education and student support programs. The institution has prior experience with federal grants addressing educational advancement for underserved populations, including TRIO Student Support Services and teacher preparation initiatives.