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Closed on Aug 24, 2026

FY 2027 International Visitor Leadership Program’s National Program Agencies

Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs · Opportunity number DFOP0018829

Details summarized from the official notice as of Aug 25, 2026. Always confirm eligibility, deadlines and requirements in the official notice before applying.

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This opportunity is closed as of Aug 24, 2026. It is kept here for reference. See the related open opportunities below, or check the official listing in case the agency posts a new cycle.

Key facts

Opportunity numberDFOP0018829
AgencyBureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs
Department of State
Assistance listing (ALN, formerly CFDA)19.402
PostedJun 24, 2026
DeadlineAug 24, 2026
Award ceiling$8,875,000
Award floor$1,155,000
Expected number of awards5
Estimated total program funding$16,215,000
Cost sharing or matching requiredNo
Funding typeCooperative agreement
CategoryOther
Last updated hereAug 25, 2026

Summary from the notice

The United States Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs’ Office of International Visitors (ECA/PE/V) announces an open competition for approximately five cooperative agreements to support the staff expenses and overhead costs of the FY 2027 International Visitor Leadership Program’s (IVLP) National Program Agencies (NPAs). Launched in 1940, the IVLP is the Department of State’s foundational professional exchange program. The IVLP advances America First national security priorities and builds long-term relationships between Americans and international leaders in government, business, academia, and other fields. Recipients design and implement customized short-term visits to the United States for current and emerging leaders from around the world. These visits support U.S. foreign policy goals and reflect the participants’ professional interests. Eligible recipients will have expertise in foreign policy, experience in professional exchange programming, and the ability to provide tailored projects for participants from all countries.


Please see the Notice of Funding Opportunity for additional information.

Who can apply

The official notice lists these applicant types as eligible:

  • Public and state colleges and universities
  • Others named in the notice (see the eligibility text)
  • Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than colleges)
  • Private colleges and universities

Who should take a closer look

  • Nonprofits
  • Colleges and universities

Not listed as eligible

  • Small businesses
  • State governments
  • Local governments
  • Tribal governments and organizations
  • Larger for-profit companies
  • Individuals

Unless the eligibility text in the notice names you, this opportunity is probably not for you.

Eligibility details from the notice

Please see full announcement.

Registrations you will likely need

Most applications submitted through Grants.gov need the following. Registration can take several weeks, so start early. The notice lists the exact requirements.

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