The Centers of Excellence for Veteran Student Success (CEVSS) Program aims to help colleges and universities create programs that support veteran students in their educational journey. This includes addressing their academic, financial, physical, and social needs.
Who it's for: This grant is for public and state colleges and universities, as well as nonprofit organizations that do not have 501(c)(3) status, looking to develop comprehensive support programs for veteran students.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- For-profit institutions
- Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status
- Organizations not classified as institutions of higher education
What You May Need
- Proof of eligibility as a public or state institution of higher education
- Detailed program proposal
- Budget plan
- Documentation of veteran student needs
- Partnership agreements (if applicable)
- Organizational financial statements
- Letters of support from stakeholders
- Project timeline
Cautions
- Ensure your institution is not a 501(c)(3) nonprofit if applying as a nonprofit
- Adhere strictly to the application deadline
- Prepare a comprehensive program proposal
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include public and state institutions of higher education, as well as nonprofit organizations that do not have 501(c)(3) status. This means any public college or university and certain nonprofits that are not recognized under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code can apply.
Overview
This grant is for public and state colleges and universities, as well as nonprofit organizations that do not have 501(c)(3) status, looking to develop comprehensive support programs for veteran students.
Likely Disqualifiers
- For-profit institutions
- Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status
- Organizations not classified as institutions of higher education
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to develop and implement programs that support veteran students, including services that address their academic, financial, physical, and social needs.
Total Program Funding
$9,000,000
Expected Awards
4
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- May 21, 2026
- Deadline
- Jun 23, 2026(10 days)
- Archive Date
- Jul 23, 2026
Application Checklist
- Verify eligibility as a public/state institution or eligible nonprofit
- Develop a detailed program proposal for veteran student support
- Create a comprehensive budget plan
- Gather documentation on veteran student needs
- Collect letters of support from stakeholders
- Prepare organizational financial statements
- Submit application by the deadline