Higher Education Challenge Grants Program
National Institute of Food and Agriculture · Higher Education - Institution Challenge Grants Program (10.217)
Posted 5 Aug 2026 · 15 days left
In plain terms
The US National Institute of Food and Agriculture funds US colleges and universities to strengthen graduate and professional degree programs in food, agricultural, and veterinary sciences through curriculum and faculty development. Grants range from 150,000 to 750,000 US dollars, with applications due by 15 October 2026.
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Summary
The purpose of HEC, under assistance listing 10.217, is to strengthen institutional capacities, including curriculum, faculty, scientific instrumentation, and student recruitment and retention. The HEC program is focused on developing and improving formal master’s or doctorate degree-level food and agricultural sciences education and first professional degree-level education in veterinary medicine, such as a doctorate in veterinary medicine (DVM).
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Who can apply
- academia_research
Eligibility and conditions
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Applicant types: Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)
Eligibility Requirements
Land-grant Institutions and other colleges and universities having a demonstrable capacity to carry out the teaching of food and agricultural sciences and confer a graduate degree in at least one discipline or area of food and agricultural sciences are eligible to apply. Institutions offering degrees should be accredited by an agency or association recognized by the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Education. Research foundations maintained by an eligible college or university are eligible.
Award recipients may subcontract to organizations not eligible to apply, provided such organizations are necessary for the conduct of the project.
Individuals are not eligible to apply for these grants to support their own graduate education.