Office Of Higher Education

The Office of Higher Education (OHE) is a Connecticut state government entity registered in SAM.gov, located in Hartford, Connecticut. As a state administrative agency, OHE plays a critical role in managing educational and financial support programs, with a particular focus on administering federal grants related to national service, student financial aid, and community development initiatives. The organization serves as the state's primary recipient and coordinator for various federal grant programs, working closely with multiple state agencies and national service organizations to implement strategic educational and community service objectives.

Through its federal grant awards, OHE has been extensively involved in AmeriCorps programs, receiving multiple grants from the Corporation for National and Community Service across different funding categories. These grants support diverse community service initiatives in areas such as education, environmental stewardship, economic opportunity, disaster response, public health, and community development. In 2025-26, OHE received significant AmeriCorps funding, including a $3,690,639 formula program grant, a $252,000 fixed amount program award, and a $166,136 Training and Technical Assistance grant. Additionally, OHE manages the John R. Justice Grant Program, which provides student loan repayment assistance for public defenders and prosecutors, and collaborates with entities like the Division of Public Defender Services and the Division of Criminal Justice. The organization also receives grants from agencies such as the Bureau of Justice Assistance, the Institute of Education Sciences, and participates in sub-grant awards related to mental health services and educational initiatives, demonstrating its comprehensive approach to supporting state-level educational and community service programs.