Higher Education Challenge Grants Program
PostedNational Institute of Food and Agriculture
Description
The purpose of HEC, under assistance listing 10.217, is to strengthen institutional capacities, including curriculum, faculty, scientific instrumentation, and student recruitment and retention. The HEC program is focused on developing and improving formal master’s or doctorate degree-level food and agricultural sciences education and first professional degree-level education in veterinary medicine, such as a doctorate in veterinary medicine (DVM).
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
- PostedAug 5, 2026
- ClosesOct 15, 2026
- Award floor$150,000
- Award ceiling$750,000
- Program funding$5,700,000
- Expected awards36
- CFDA10.217
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