Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) and Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCU) Research and Development Infrastructure Grants Program

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Office of Postsecondary Education

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Description

The RDI grant program is designed to provide HBCUs and TCCUs with funds to implement transformational investments in research infrastructure, including research productivity, faculty expertise, graduate programs, physical infrastructure, human capital development, and partnerships leading to increases in external and sustained funding.

Who can apply

  • Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
  • Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
  • Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized)
  • Private institutions of higher education

Contact

Shakir Davy<br/>shakir.davy@ed.gov
shakir.davy@ed.gov

Key dates & funding
  • PostedMay 21, 2026
  • ClosesJun 23, 2026
  • Award floor$2,000,000
  • Award ceiling$5,000,000
  • Program funding$15,000,000
  • Expected awards10
  • CFDA84.116
Categories
Education

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