Strengthening Institutions Program FY 2026 Competition

Closed

Office of Postsecondary Education

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Description

The purpose of SIP is to provide assistance to eligible institutions of higher education to improve their academic programs, institutional management, and fiscal stability in order to increase their self-sufficiency.

Who can apply

  • Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
  • Private institutions of higher education

Contact

Nalini Lamba-Nieves or Robyn M. Wood<br/>nalini.lamba-nieves@ed.gov or robyn.wood@ed.gov
nalini.lamba-nieves@ed.gov or robyn.wood@ed.gov

Key dates & funding
  • PostedMay 21, 2026
  • ClosesJun 23, 2026
  • Award floor$250,000
  • Award ceiling$3,000,000
  • Program funding$350,000,000
  • Expected awards600
  • CFDA84.031
Categories
Education

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