What Technology Funding Covers (and Excludes)
GrantID: 66316
Grant Funding Amount Low: $477,000
Deadline: June 2, 2025
Grant Amount High: $3,180,000
Summary
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Grant Overview
Bridging Financial Gaps for Graduate Students
In today's economy, pursuing a graduate degree can be a significant financial burden, particularly for students from low-income backgrounds. This funding initiative addresses the prohibitive costs associated with higher education by offering targeted financial assistance to eligible graduate degree-awarding institutions. The scope of this funding covers grants and scholarships tailored to specific fields of study, such as social work and education, and explicitly excludes funding for direct service delivery or non-educational expenses.
The impact of this funding can be illustrated through several concrete scenarios. For instance, a university offering a master's program in social work may receive funding to provide a scholarship that alleviates tuition costs for qualified students. A graduate student, who might otherwise be unable to afford the tuition, can instead focus on their studies, ultimately leading them to pursue a career in social services. Similarly, a graduate program in education could use the funding to create a stipend that enables students to dedicate more time to their coursework and practicums rather than juggling multiple jobs. These examples demonstrate the transformative potential of targeted financial assistance.
Eligibility for this funding is limited to graduate degree-awarding institutions that can effectively demonstrate an equity framework within their mission. Institutions must provide evidence that their graduate programs serve students from low-income backgrounds, prioritizing those who have struggled to access higher education due to financial constraints. Conversely, for-profit colleges or institutions that do not have dedicated programs likely to benefit the specified student demographic are discouraged from applying.
Alignment factors for institutions seeking to apply include the ability to partner with social service agencies or educational boards to ensure the funding is directed effectively. Further, applicant institutions should showcase a commitment to diversity and inclusion, illustrating how the funding will not only support individual students but also contribute to a more equitable educational landscape. This funding is intended to create sustainable pathways for students that allow them to thrive academically and professionally, thus enhancing the overall impact of their graduate programs.
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