Distance Education Grants Program for Institutions of Higher Education in Insular Areas

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National Institute of Food and Agriculture

Description

The purpose of the DEG program, under assistance listing number 10.322, is to strengthen the capacity of institutions of higher education in insular areas to carry out resident instruction, curriculum, and teaching programs in the food and agricultural sciences through distance education technology. Projects funded by the DEG program support the creation, adaptation, and adoption of learning materials and teaching strategies to operationalize best practices for student learning. DEG-funded projects must also focus on imparting both technical knowledge as well as employability skills like communication, teamwork, and problem solving.

Who can apply

  • Others

Contact

NIFA Support Email grantapplicationquestions@usda.gov <br/>Business hours: Monday thru Friday, 7a.m. – 5p.m. ET, except federal holidays
grantapplicationquestions@usda.gov

Key dates & funding
  • PostedApr 29, 2026
  • ClosesJun 15, 2026
  • Award floor$10,000
  • Award ceiling$200,000
  • Program funding$1,000,000
  • Expected awards5
  • CFDA10.322
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