Inclusive Higher Education Grants
Forecasted
Inclusive Higher Education Grants support Minnesota colleges in developing pathways to higher education credentials for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, expanding access and enrollment.
Funder: Minnesota Office of Higher Education
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (Proposal deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $200,000 annually for four years, then up to $100,000 annually; maximum ten years of funding
Summary: Supports Minnesota postsecondary institutions developing or expanding inclusive pathways to higher education credentials for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Key Information: A 25% match is required, either in-kind or monetary.
Description
The Minnesota Office of Higher Education’s Inclusive Higher Education Grants support new or enhanced postsecondary pathways for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Established during the 2023 Minnesota legislative session, this competitive program aims to increase enrollment and access at Minnesota institutions. Inclusive higher education means institution-approved access to the same rights, privileges, experiences, benefits, and outcomes as a matriculating student’s college experience, resulting in a higher education credential.
The office collaborates with the Inclusive Higher Education Technical Assistance Center, established with the University of Minnesota’s Institute on Community Integration. Together, they support self-sustaining inclusive postsecondary options statewide. Funded work can include personnel, student advising and peer mentoring, outreach, and evaluation.
