Opportunity Information: Apply for ED GRANTS 081711 002
Apply for ED GRANTS 081711 002
- The Department of Education in the education sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Office of Postsecondary Education (OPE) Predominantly Black Institutions (PBI) Formula Grant Program CFDA Number 84.031P" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 84.031 Higher EducationInstitutional Aid.
- This funding opportunity was created on Aug 17, 2011 and posted on Aug 17, 2011.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Sep 16, 2011 Applications Available August 17, 2011. Deadline for Transmittal of Phase I of Applications September 1, 2011. Deadline for Transmittal of Phase II of Applications September 16, 2011.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $9,601,758.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $250,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Eligible Applicants To be eligible, an applicant must have previously submitted the Application for Designation as an Eligible Institution and received FY 2011 designation as an eligible institution for programs under title III and title V of the HEA. The regulations explaining the standards for designation can be found in 34 CFR 607.2 through 607.5. In addition, an applicant must (1) Have an enrollment of needy undergraduate students as defined in section 318(b)(2) of the HEA (2) Have an average educational and general expenditure that is low, per full time equivalent undergraduate student, in comparison with the average educational and general expenditure per full time equivalent undergraduate student of institutions that offer similar instruction, except that the Secretary may apply the waiver requirements described in section 392(b) of the HEA to this subparagraph in the same manner as the Secretary applies the waiver requirements to section 312(b)(1)(B) of the HEA (3) Have an enrollment of undergraduate students that is not less than 40 percent Black American students (4) Be legally authorized to provide, and provide, within the State an educational program for which the institution of higher education awards a baccalaureate degree or, in the case of a junior or community college, an associates degree (5) Be accredited by a nationally recognized accrediting agency or association determined by the Secretary to be a reliable authority as to the quality of training offered or is, according to such an agency or association, making reasonable progress toward accreditation and (6) Not be receiving funds under any other provision of part A or part B of title III of the HEA or part A of title V of the HEA or be authorized to receive an annual appropriation under the Act of March 2, 1867 (20 U.S.C. 123). To be eligible for a grant under the PBI Formula Grant Program, an applicant must also meet the definition of a Predominantly Black Institution in section 318(b)(6) of the HEA. The term Predominantly Black Institution means an institution of higher education, as defined in section 101(a) of the HEA (A) That is an eligible institution with not less than 1,000 undergraduate students (B) At which not less than 50 percent of the undergraduate students enrolled at the eligible institution are low income individuals or first generation college students and (C) At which not less than 50 percent of the undergraduate students are enrolled in an educational program leading to a bachelors or associates degree that the eligible institution is licensed to award by the State (defined as each of the 50 States and the District of Columbia) in which the eligible institution is located.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Office of Postsecondary Education (OPE) Predominantly Black Institutions (PBI) Formula Grant Program (CFDA 84.031P) is a U.S. Department of Education grant opportunity designed to strengthen the capacity of eligible colleges and universities that primarily serve Black American students, especially those from low and middle income backgrounds. The program is framed as a formula grant, meaning funds are awarded to qualifying institutions under the program rules rather than through a purely discretionary peer review competition model. The central aim is institutional improvement that directly supports student success: helping institutions plan, develop, and implement activities that expand college opportunity, improve preparation and persistence from secondary school through postsecondary education, and increase the financial and operational strength of participating institutions so they can better meet students academic needs over time.
The opportunity emphasizes practical capacity building at eligible institutions. In general terms, supported activities are meant to improve an institution ability to serve its target population and increase educational attainment, with a focus on expanding access and supporting persistence through graduation. The notice points applicants to the official Federal Register application notice for the full set of requirements and details such as performance measures, priorities, and submission rules, since the synopsis is not a substitute for the official guidance.
Eligibility is narrow and tied to both institutional status under the Higher Education Act (HEA) and specific enrollment and resource conditions. To apply, an institution must have already submitted an Application for Designation as an Eligible Institution and received FY 2011 designation as an eligible institution for Title III and Title V programs under the HEA (with standards described in 34 CFR 607.2 through 607.5). Beyond that prior designation, the institution must meet several baseline criteria: it must enroll needy undergraduate students as defined in the HEA; it must have comparatively low average educational and general expenditures per full time equivalent (FTE) undergraduate student when compared to similar institutions (with possible waivers in limited circumstances under HEA waiver provisions); it must have an undergraduate population that is at least 40 percent Black American; it must be legally authorized to operate in its state and actually provide degree programs leading to a bachelors degree (or, for community or junior colleges, an associates degree); it must be accredited by a nationally recognized accrediting agency (or be making reasonable progress toward accreditation); and it cannot be receiving funds under other specified Title III or Title V programs (or certain other federal authorizations), which is intended to prevent overlapping institutional aid awards for the same purpose areas.
In addition, an applicant must meet the HEA definition of a Predominantly Black Institution in section 318(b)(6). This definition adds thresholds that further narrow eligibility: the school must be an eligible institution with at least 1,000 undergraduate students; at least 50 percent of its undergraduates must be low income individuals or first generation college students; and at least 50 percent of undergraduates must be enrolled in degree programs (associates or bachelors) that the institution is licensed by the state to award. Together, these requirements make the program specifically targeted to sizable institutions serving large proportions of undergraduates who are both economically and/or educationally disadvantaged and enrolled in degree seeking pathways.
For this FY 2011 posting (Funding Opportunity Number ED GRANTS 081711 002), the Department of Education listed an estimated total funding amount of $9,601,758 and an award ceiling of $250,000. The opportunity is categorized as mandatory, uses a grant instrument, falls under the education funding activity category, and does not require cost sharing or matching.
The timeline in the notice shows a two phase submission process. Applications were made available on August 17, 2011. Phase I materials were due September 1, 2011, and Phase II materials were due September 16, 2011, with the final deadline keyed to 12:00 a.m. Washington, DC time on the deadline date. The notice indicates applications had to be submitted electronically by email attachment to pbiprogram@ed.gov, which is a specific submission channel distinct from some other Department of Education programs that primarily rely on Grants.gov. The opportunity was later archived on October 16, 2011.
Applicants could obtain the application package online through the PBI program website (http://www.ed.gov/programs/pbihea/index.html) or request it directly from the Department. The listed program manager contact for the competition was Bernadette D. Miles at the U.S. Department of Education (1990 K Street, NW, Room 6025, Washington, DC 20006-8515; phone 202-502-7616; email bernadette.miles@ed.gov). For technical issues accessing the full announcement electronically, the notice also provided a systems administration contact, Julius Cotton (phone 202-245-6140; email julius.cotton@ed.gov). The synopsis repeatedly stresses that the Federal Register notice is the controlling document for exact eligibility, required forms and narratives, submission instructions, and any performance reporting expectations tied to awards.
Predominantly Black Institutions (PBI) Formula Grant Program (CFDA 84.031P) - FAQs
What is the Predominantly Black Institutions (PBI) Formula Grant Program?
The PBI Formula Grant Program (CFDA 84.031P) is a U.S. Department of Education (Office of Postsecondary Education) grant opportunity intended to strengthen the capacity of eligible colleges and universities that primarily serve Black American students, especially students from low- and middle-income backgrounds. It is aimed at institutional improvement tied to student success and long-term operational and financial strength.
Is this a competitive grant or a formula grant?
This opportunity is framed as a formula grant. That means funding is awarded to qualifying institutions under the program rules, rather than being awarded strictly through a discretionary peer-review competition model.
What is the main purpose of the PBI program?
The central purpose is institutional improvement that supports student success over time. The program focuses on helping eligible institutions plan, develop, and implement activities that expand college opportunity, improve preparation and persistence from secondary school through postsecondary education, and increase the financial and operational strength of participating institutions so they can better meet students academic needs.
What kinds of activities does the program support?
Supported activities are generally described as practical capacity-building efforts that improve an institution's ability to serve its target population and increase educational attainment. The emphasis is on expanding access and supporting persistence through graduation, along with strengthening institutional operations and finances.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is narrow and tied to Higher Education Act (HEA) status and specific enrollment/resource conditions. An applicant must have submitted an Application for Designation as an Eligible Institution and received FY 2011 designation as an eligible institution for Title III and Title V programs under the HEA (with standards described in 34 CFR 607.2 through 607.5). The institution must also meet additional enrollment, expenditure, accreditation, authorization, and program-participation requirements described in the notice.
Does an institution have to already be designated as an eligible institution for Title III and Title V?
Yes. The information provided states that to apply, an institution must have already submitted an Application for Designation as an Eligible Institution and received FY 2011 designation as an eligible institution for Title III and Title V programs under the HEA (per 34 CFR 607.2 through 607.5).
What student population requirements apply (Black American enrollment threshold)?
One of the baseline criteria listed is that the institution must have an undergraduate population that is at least 40 percent Black American.
What requirements apply related to low-income or first-generation students?
Under the HEA definition of a Predominantly Black Institution (section 318(b)(6)), at least 50 percent of the institution's undergraduates must be low-income individuals or first-generation college students.
Is there a minimum undergraduate enrollment size requirement?
Yes. Under the HEA definition of a Predominantly Black Institution (section 318(b)(6)), the institution must have at least 1,000 undergraduate students.
Are there requirements about students being in degree programs?
Yes. The information provided states that at least 50 percent of undergraduates must be enrolled in degree programs (associate's or bachelor's) that the institution is licensed by the state to award.
Does the institution have to offer certain types of degrees?
Yes. As a baseline eligibility criterion, the institution must be legally authorized to operate in its state and must provide degree programs leading to a bachelor's degree, or for community or junior colleges, an associate's degree.
Does the institution need to be accredited?
Yes. The institution must be accredited by a nationally recognized accrediting agency, or be making reasonable progress toward accreditation.
What does "needy undergraduate students" mean for eligibility?
The information provided states the institution must enroll needy undergraduate students as defined in the HEA. The specific definition is referenced as being in the HEA, and applicants are directed to the controlling Federal Register notice for exact requirements.
Are there institutional spending requirements (educational and general expenditures per FTE)?
Yes. The institution must have comparatively low average educational and general expenditures per full-time equivalent (FTE) undergraduate student when compared to similar institutions. The synopsis notes possible waivers in limited circumstances under HEA waiver provisions.
Can an institution receive PBI funds if it is already receiving other Title III or Title V funds?
The information provided indicates the institution cannot be receiving funds under other specified Title III or Title V programs (or certain other federal authorizations). This restriction is intended to prevent overlapping institutional aid awards for the same purpose areas.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this posting?
The Funding Opportunity Number listed is ED GRANTS 081711 002.
What fiscal year is this posting associated with?
This posting is described as an FY 2011 posting, and eligibility references FY 2011 designation as an eligible institution for Title III and Title V programs.
How much total funding was estimated for this opportunity?
The Department of Education listed an estimated total funding amount of $9,601,758.
What is the maximum award amount (award ceiling)?
The award ceiling listed is $250,000.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The opportunity explicitly states that cost sharing or matching is not required.
What type of funding is this categorized as?
The opportunity is categorized as mandatory, uses a grant instrument, and falls under the education funding activity category.
What were the key application dates and deadlines?
Applications were made available on August 17, 2011. Phase I materials were due September 1, 2011, and Phase II materials were due September 16, 2011. The final deadline is keyed to 12:00 a.m. Washington, DC time on the deadline date.
How were applications submitted?
Applications had to be submitted electronically by email attachment to pbiprogram@ed.gov. The notice highlights this as the specific submission channel for this opportunity.
Was Grants.gov used for submission?
The information provided emphasizes that submission was by email attachment to pbiprogram@ed.gov, which is described as distinct from some other Department of Education programs that primarily rely on Grants.gov.
Where could applicants get the application package?
Applicants could obtain the application package online through the PBI program website at http://www.ed.gov/programs/pbihea/index.html or request it directly from the Department.
Who was the program manager contact listed for this opportunity?
The listed program manager contact was Bernadette D. Miles, U.S. Department of Education, 1990 K Street, NW, Room 6025, Washington, DC 20006-8515; phone 202-502-7616; email bernadette.miles@ed.gov.
Who was the technical contact for issues accessing the announcement electronically?
For technical issues accessing the full announcement electronically, the notice provided a systems administration contact: Julius Cotton; phone 202-245-6140; email julius.cotton@ed.gov.
What document controls the official requirements (eligibility, forms, narratives, reporting)?
The synopsis repeatedly stresses that the official Federal Register application notice is the controlling document for exact eligibility, required forms and narratives, submission instructions, performance measures, priorities, and any performance reporting expectations tied to awards.
Was this opportunity later archived?
Yes. The opportunity is noted as having been archived on October 16, 2011.
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