The Hispanic-Serving Institutions Education Grants Program is designed to help Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) improve their education, research, and community programs. This grant supports innovative projects that can serve as models for other schools. Projects should include teaching and research activities that benefit the entire school community.
Who it's for: This grant is specifically for Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) that want to enhance their educational and community programs.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI)
- Proposals that do not include education, research, or community development components
- Projects that only benefit the Hispanic population and not the entire institution
What You May Need
- Proof of HSI status
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Community outreach plan
- Research activity outline
- Institutional support letters
- Previous project success stories
- Impact assessment plan
Cautions
- Ensure the project benefits the entire institution, not just the Hispanic population.
- Projects should have the potential to serve as a model for other institutions.
- Strictly adhere to the application deadline.
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants are Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs). These are colleges or universities where at least 25% of the full-time undergraduate students are Hispanic. The program is open to any HSI that can propose a project involving education, applied research, and community development activities.
Overview
This grant is specifically for Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) that want to enhance their educational and community programs.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI)
- Proposals that do not include education, research, or community development components
- Projects that only benefit the Hispanic population and not the entire institution
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to develop and implement educational programs, conduct applied research, and engage in community development activities that benefit the entire institution.
Total Program Funding
$30,600,000
Expected Awards
40
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Sep 10, 2026
- Deadline
- Dec 3, 2026(82 days)
- Archive Date
- Jan 2, 2027
Application Checklist
- Verify HSI status
- Draft a comprehensive project proposal
- Prepare a detailed budget
- Outline research and community outreach activities
- Gather institutional support letters
- Plan for project impact assessment
- Submit application by the deadline