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Closed on Jun 29, 2026

FY 26 Postsecondary Student Success Grant 84.116M

Office of Postsecondary Education · Opportunity number ED-GRANT-26-038

Details summarized from the official notice as of Jun 28, 2026. Always confirm eligibility, deadlines and requirements in the official notice before applying.

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This opportunity is closed as of Jun 29, 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-26-038
AgencyOffice of Postsecondary Education
Department of Labor
Assistance listing (ALN, formerly CFDA)84.116
PostedMay 28, 2026
DeadlineJun 29, 2026
Award ceiling$8,000,000
Award floor$2,000,000
Expected number of awards9
Estimated total program funding$45,000,000
Cost sharing or matching requiredYes
Funding typeGrant
CategoryEducation
Last updated hereJun 28, 2026

Summary from the notice

The purpose of PSSG is to improve postsecondary student outcomes, including retention, transfer, credit accumulation, and completion, by leveraging data and implementing, scaling, and rigorously evaluating evidence-based strategies.

Who can apply

The official notice lists these applicant types as eligible:

  • Private colleges and universities
  • Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than colleges)
  • Public and state 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 eligibility instructions in the ANI.

Cost sharing: this notice requires cost sharing or matching funds. Check the notice for the required share and what counts toward it.

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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