Opportunity Information: Apply for ED GRANTS 111709 001
Apply for ED GRANTS 111709 001
- The Department of Education in the education sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Office of Postsecondary Education Overview Information Undergraduate International Studies and Foreign Language Program CFDA 84.016A" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 84.016 Undergraduate International Studies and Foreign Language Programs.
- This funding opportunity was created on Nov 17, 2009 and posted on Nov 17, 2009.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Dec 17, 2009 Dates Applications Available November 17, 2009. Deadline for Transmittal of Applications December 17, 2009.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $2,105,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $160,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 23 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Private institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education.
- Eligible Applicants (1) IHEs (2) Consortia of IHEs (3) Partnerships between nonprofit educational organizations and IHEs and (4) Public and private nonprofit agencies and organizations, including professional and scholarly associations.
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Opportunity Summary:
This funding opportunity is a discretionary grant competition run by the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Postsecondary Education, under the Undergraduate International Studies and Foreign Language (UISFL) Program, Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) number 84.016A. The core goal of UISFL is to strengthen and improve undergraduate-level instruction in international studies and foreign languages. In practical terms, it is meant to help colleges, universities, and eligible partners enhance what they teach about global regions and international issues, expand or improve foreign language offerings, and build stronger undergraduate programs that prepare students for work and civic life in an increasingly international environment.
The announcement provided is a synopsis of the official notice published in the Federal Register, and applicants are directed to rely on the Federal Register version for controlling details such as eligibility nuances, required application components, priorities, and selection criteria. The notice also points out that the Federal Register and federal regulations can be accessed for free online through GPO Access (as listed in the original notice). The program is administered as a grant (not a contract), and it falls under the federal education funding activity category.
For the 2009 cycle described here, the Department anticipated making about 23 awards. The estimated total amount available across all awards was $2,105,000. Individual awards were expected to range from a floor of $92,000 to a ceiling of $160,000. A cost-sharing or matching requirement applies, meaning recipients should expect that the federal funds must be complemented by non-federal contributions consistent with the rules in the official application notice.
Eligibility is fairly broad within the higher education and nonprofit education ecosystem. Eligible applicants include public and state-controlled institutions of higher education and private institutions of higher education. The notice also allows applications from (1) institutions of higher education (IHEs), (2) consortia of IHEs, (3) partnerships between nonprofit educational organizations and IHEs, and (4) public and private nonprofit agencies and organizations, including professional and scholarly associations. This structure is designed to support both single-campus projects and collaborative efforts that can leverage regional, disciplinary, or professional networks.
The timeline in this notice reflects a specific competition window. Applications became available on November 17, 2009, and the deadline for transmittal of applications was December 17, 2009. The opportunity was later archived on January 16, 2010, indicating that this particular posting refers to a past cycle rather than an open, current competition.
Applications were required to be submitted electronically through the Department of Education's e-Application system, accessible via the e-Grants website (http://e-grants.ed.gov). The notice includes the e-Application Helpdesk number (1-888-336-8930) for technical support, emphasizing that submission is handled through the federal online portal rather than by paper filing.
Finally, the notice provides contacts for applicants who need help accessing the full announcement or have program questions. Joyce Mays is listed as a management analyst (202-245-6122; joyce.mays@ed.gov). The program manager is Christine Corey at the U.S. Department of Education, 1990 K Street NW, Room 6069, Washington, DC 20006-8521, with a telephone number of (202) 502-7629. These contacts are intended to support both administrative access issues and program-level guidance, while the Federal Register notice remains the authoritative source for complete requirements and instructions.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is this funding opportunity?
This is a discretionary grant competition run by the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Postsecondary Education, under the Undergraduate International Studies and Foreign Language (UISFL) Program (CFDA 84.016A).
What is the main purpose of the UISFL Program?
The core goal is to strengthen and improve undergraduate-level instruction in international studies and foreign languages. It is intended to help institutions enhance instruction on world regions and international issues, expand or improve foreign language offerings, and build stronger undergraduate programs that prepare students for work and civic life in an increasingly international environment.
Is this opportunity a grant or a contract?
It is administered as a grant (not a contract) and is part of federal education funding activities.
Which Department of Education office administers this program?
The program is administered by the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Postsecondary Education.
What is the CFDA number for this program?
The Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) number listed is 84.016A.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility includes public and state-controlled institutions of higher education and private institutions of higher education. The notice also allows applications from: (1) institutions of higher education (IHEs), (2) consortia of IHEs, (3) partnerships between nonprofit educational organizations and IHEs, and (4) public and private nonprofit agencies and organizations, including professional and scholarly associations.
Are collaborative applications allowed (such as consortia or partnerships)?
Yes. The notice explicitly allows applications from consortia of IHEs and from partnerships between nonprofit educational organizations and IHEs, as well as applications from nonprofit agencies and organizations (including professional and scholarly associations). This structure supports both single-institution and collaborative projects.
What kinds of activities does the program support?
Based on the notice summary, supported activities are intended to strengthen undergraduate international studies and foreign language instruction. Examples described at a high level include enhancing curriculum and instruction about global regions and international issues, expanding or improving foreign language offerings, and strengthening undergraduate programs with an international focus.
How many awards were expected for the 2009 cycle?
For the 2009 cycle described, the Department anticipated making about 23 awards.
How much funding was expected to be available in total for the 2009 competition?
The estimated total amount available across all awards was $2,105,000.
What was the expected award size for individual grants in the 2009 cycle?
Individual awards were expected to range from $92,000 (floor) to $160,000 (ceiling).
Is there a cost-sharing or matching requirement?
Yes. A cost-sharing or matching requirement applies. Recipients should expect federal funds to be complemented by non-federal contributions, consistent with the rules in the official application notice.
Where can applicants find the authoritative requirements for eligibility, priorities, and selection criteria?
The synopsis directs applicants to rely on the official notice published in the Federal Register for controlling details, including eligibility nuances, required application components, priorities, and selection criteria.
Where can the Federal Register notice and federal regulations be accessed?
The notice indicates that the Federal Register and federal regulations can be accessed for free online through GPO Access (as referenced in the original notice).
When were applications available for the competition window described?
Applications became available on November 17, 2009.
What was the deadline for transmittal of applications in this cycle?
The deadline for transmittal of applications was December 17, 2009.
Is this an active, currently open opportunity?
The posting described was later archived on January 16, 2010, which indicates this specific posting refers to a past cycle rather than a currently open competition.
How were applications required to be submitted?
Applications were required to be submitted electronically through the Department of Education's e-Application system via the e-Grants website (http://e-grants.ed.gov), rather than by paper submission.
Where do applicants go for technical help with e-Application submission?
The notice lists the e-Application Helpdesk number as 1-888-336-8930 for technical support related to the electronic submission system.
Who is the listed contact for help accessing the full announcement or for administrative questions?
Joyce Mays is listed as a management analyst and contact for help accessing the full announcement: 202-245-6122; joyce.mays@ed.gov.
Who is the program manager contact for program questions?
The program manager listed is Christine Corey, U.S. Department of Education, 1990 K Street NW, Room 6069, Washington, DC 20006-8521; phone: (202) 502-7629.
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