Nurse Education, Practice, Quality, and Retention - Transition to Practice Program (NEPQR-TPP)
This grant supports innovative education and training to grow the nursing workforce and address shortages in rural and underserved areas.
Funder: Health Resources and Services Administration
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $750,000 per award; approximately $24.3 million total program funding; ~33 awards; project period typically 2 years.
Summary: Supports innovative educational and clinical training to increase the nursing workforce and address shortages in rural and underserved communities.
Key Information: No cost sharing or matching required.
Description
The Nurse Education, Practice, Quality, and Retention – Transition to Practice Program (NEPQR-TPP) aims to bolster the nursing workforce and address shortages in rural and medically underserved communities. The program supports accredited schools of nursing and related institutions in developing and implementing innovative educational and clinical training opportunities for nurses, especially those transitioning into practice. The goal is to enhance retention, quality, and readiness of new nurses, thereby improving access to care in high-need areas.
