Opportunity Information: Apply for APP008BIHED
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- The DOS-BIH in the education sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "EDUCATIONUSA COUNTRY COORDINATING AND STUDENT ADVISING – SARAJEVO" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.900.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 27, 2016 and posted on May 27, 2016.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 10, 2016. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $28,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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Opportunity Summary:
The EDUCATIONUSA COUNTRY COORDINATING AND STUDENT ADVISING - SARAJEVO grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number: APP008BIHED) is a discretionary grant from the U.S. Department of State (DOS-BIH) focused on education programming in Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH). The project’s core purpose is to select an organization or entity to serve as the EducationUSA country coordinator for BiH while also delivering direct EducationUSA student advising services in Sarajevo and nearby areas. The work is meant to strengthen and expand access to reliable guidance for students who are considering study in the United States, and to support broader efforts that increase student mobility between BiH and the U.S.
The selected awardee is expected to run EducationUSA advising activities on the ground, helping prospective students and their families navigate the U.S. higher education system. This includes providing accurate, comprehensive, and up-to-date information on study opportunities at accredited U.S. postsecondary institutions, along with practical advising on the application process. In addition to routine advising, the awardee must coordinate regular events in partnership with American Corner Sarajevo and American Corner Zenica, which suggests a steady calendar of outreach activities such as info sessions, workshops, fairs, presentations, and other programming that connects students with credible resources about U.S. study options.
The opportunity sits within the larger EducationUSA network, which is described as a U.S. Department of State-sponsored global network of more than 400 international student advising centers operating in over 170 countries. EducationUSA’s mission is two-fold: first, to promote U.S. higher education internationally by ensuring students receive trustworthy information and advising; and second, to assist the U.S. higher education community by supporting overseas outreach, enrollment efforts, and recruitment strategy development. The program also plays a role in explaining the complexity of the U.S. higher education system to foreign governments and institutions, which can be important in contexts where credential recognition, admissions norms, and financial aid structures differ significantly from local systems.
Applications are evaluated by the U.S. Embassy with an emphasis on both technical compliance and practical feasibility. Proposals are reviewed for adherence to the stated guidelines and mandatory components, the qualifications of the applicant, and the clarity and realism of the project’s goals. Cost-effectiveness is explicitly highlighted, meaning proposals that demonstrate low and reasonable implementation costs are more competitive. Sustainability is also a key factor, so applicants are expected to show how advising and outreach can be maintained or have lasting impact beyond the immediate grant period. Finally, the Embassy considers the applicant’s demonstrated capacity to implement the project successfully, including operational readiness and the ability to coordinate with partner venues like the American Corners.
The award ceiling listed for this opportunity is $28,000. It was posted on May 27, 2016, with an application deadline of July 10, 2016 (the original and current closing dates are the same). The funding instrument type is a grant, and the activity category is education (CFDA number 19.900). Eligibility is noted as “Others,” with additional clarification referenced in the full eligibility section of the announcement, indicating that applicants may extend beyond standard nonprofit categories depending on the details provided in the official guidance.
For application forms or further instructions, the announcement directs interested applicants to contact the U.S. Embassy in Sarajevo via email at SarajevoOPAGrants@state.gov. It also provides telephone contacts (+387 33 704-285 and +387 33 704-333) and a fax number (+387 33 704-432) for additional communication and document exchange.
FAQs: EducationUSA Country Coordinating and Student Advising - Sarajevo (APP008BIHED)
What is this grant opportunity called?
The opportunity is titled EDUCATIONUSA COUNTRY COORDINATING AND STUDENT ADVISING - SARAJEVO.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is APP008BIHED.
Which U.S. government agency is offering this grant?
This is a discretionary grant opportunity from the U.S. Department of State, referenced as DOS-BIH in the description.
What is the main purpose of the grant?
The core purpose is to select an organization or entity to serve as the EducationUSA country coordinator for Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) while also delivering direct EducationUSA student advising services in Sarajevo and nearby areas.
What kind of activities is the awardee expected to deliver?
The selected awardee is expected to run EducationUSA advising activities on the ground, helping prospective students and families navigate the U.S. higher education system. This includes providing accurate, comprehensive, and up-to-date information on study opportunities at accredited U.S. postsecondary institutions, along with practical advising on the application process.
Where are the advising services expected to be provided?
Advising services are expected in Sarajevo and nearby areas, as described in the opportunity summary.
Does the project include outreach events in addition to one-on-one advising?
Yes. In addition to routine advising, the awardee must coordinate regular events in partnership with American Corner Sarajevo and American Corner Zenica. The description indicates a steady calendar of outreach such as info sessions, workshops, fairs, presentations, and related programming.
What is EducationUSA, and how does this opportunity fit into it?
EducationUSA is described as a U.S. Department of State-sponsored global network of more than 400 international student advising centers operating in over 170 countries. This grant supports that network by placing responsibility for country coordination in BiH with the selected awardee while expanding access to reliable guidance for students considering study in the United States.
What outcomes is this project trying to support?
The work is intended to strengthen and expand access to reliable guidance for students who are considering study in the United States, and to support broader efforts that increase student mobility between BiH and the U.S.
What is the activity category and CFDA number listed for this grant?
The activity category is Education, and the CFDA number is 19.900.
What type of funding instrument is being used?
The funding instrument type listed is a grant.
What is the maximum award amount (award ceiling)?
The award ceiling listed for this opportunity is $28,000.
When was this opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on May 27, 2016.
What is the application deadline?
The application deadline is July 10, 2016. The information provided states the original and current closing dates are the same.
Who reviews and evaluates applications?
Applications are evaluated by the U.S. Embassy, based on the information provided in the opportunity description.
What does the Embassy emphasize when evaluating proposals?
The review emphasizes technical compliance and practical feasibility. Proposals are reviewed for adherence to guidelines and mandatory components, applicant qualifications, and the clarity and realism of the project goals.
How important is cost in the selection process?
Cost-effectiveness is explicitly highlighted. Proposals that demonstrate low and reasonable implementation costs are described as more competitive.
Is sustainability part of the evaluation criteria?
Yes. Sustainability is described as a key factor, and applicants are expected to show how advising and outreach can be maintained or have lasting impact beyond the immediate grant period.
What does "demonstrated capacity to implement" mean in this context?
Based on the description, the Embassy considers the applicant's ability to implement the project successfully, including operational readiness and the ability to coordinate with partner venues such as American Corner Sarajevo and American Corner Zenica.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is listed as "Others", with additional clarification referenced in the full eligibility section of the announcement. This indicates eligibility may extend beyond standard nonprofit categories depending on the official guidance.
How can applicants request application forms or further instructions?
Interested applicants are directed to contact the U.S. Embassy in Sarajevo by email at SarajevoOPAGrants@state.gov for application forms or additional instructions.
What contact details are provided for the U.S. Embassy in Sarajevo?
The opportunity provides the following contacts for additional communication and document exchange:
- Email: SarajevoOPAGrants@state.gov
- Telephone: +387 33 704-285
- Telephone: +387 33 704-333
- Fax: +387 33 704-432
What kinds of advising topics are expected to be covered?
The description emphasizes advising that helps students and families navigate the U.S. higher education system, including accurate information on study opportunities at accredited U.S. postsecondary institutions and practical guidance on the application process.
Does this opportunity specifically relate to Sarajevo only?
It specifically includes advising in Sarajevo and nearby areas, and it also references coordination with American Corner Sarajevo and American Corner Zenica, indicating activities are expected in connection with those venues.
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