Funder: U.S. Department of Education
Due Dates: June 25, 2025 (Application) | August 25, 2025 (Intergovernmental Review)
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000,000 per award; estimated total program funding $36,500,000; approx. 8 awards
Summary: Supports statewide efforts to help low-income students, including those with disabilities, obtain a high school diploma and prepare for and succeed in postsecondary education.
Key Information: Only states without an active GEAR UP State grant (or with grants ending before Oct 1, 2025) are eligible.