Strengthening Institutions Program FY 2026 Competition

DOL-OPE Posted ED-GRANT-26-025

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.

Eligibility

See the ANI for specific eligibility requirements.
Funding Details
Award Floor
$250,000.00
Award Ceiling
$3,000,000.00
Total Estimated Funding
$350,000,000.00
Expected Awards
600
Key Dates
Posted
May 21, 2026
Closes
June 23, 2026
Archive Date
July 23, 2026
Agency Information
Agency Name
Office of Postsecondary Education
Agency Code
DOL-OPE
Funding Instrument
Other