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Centers of Excellence for Veteran Student Success (CEVSS) Program

Office of Postsecondary Education · Opportunity number ED-GRANT-26-031

Details summarized from the official notice as of Jun 24, 2026. Always confirm eligibility, deadlines and requirements in the official notice before applying.

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This opportunity is closed as of Jun 23, 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 numberED-GRANT-26-031
AgencyOffice of Postsecondary Education
Department of Labor
Assistance listing (ALN, formerly CFDA)84.116
PostedMay 21, 2026
DeadlineJun 23, 2026
Award ceiling$3,000,000
Award floor$1,500,000
Expected number of awards4
Estimated total program funding$9,000,000
Cost sharing or matching requiredNo
Funding typeGrant
CategoryEducation
Last updated hereJun 24, 2026

Summary from the notice

The Employment and Training Administration at the U.S. Department of Labor (Labor) is soliciting applications in support of the administration of the Centers of Excellence for Veteran Student Success Program (CEVSS) on behalf of the U.S. Department of Education (ED) and the Secretary of Education (Secretary). The purpose of the CEVSS Program is to encourage institutions of higher education (IHEs) to develop model programs to support veteran student success in postsecondary education by coordinating services to address the academic, financial, physical, and social needs of veteran students.

Who can apply

The official notice lists these applicant types as eligible:

  • Public and state colleges and universities
  • Private colleges and universities

Who should take a closer look

  • Colleges and universities

Not listed as eligible

  • Small businesses
  • Nonprofits
  • 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

IHEs (as defined in section 101 of the Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended (HEA) (20 U.S.C. 1001)).See ANI for eligibility specifics.

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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