CFDA Number
84.116
Unique assistance listing ID
CFDA 84.116 Education Active
2026 data Public-data reference. official source
Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE)
CFDA 84.116 — federal assistance program administered by U.S. Department of Education, sourced from the SAM.gov Assistance Listings catalog.
Administered by U.S. Department of Education (ED)
Program overview. CFDA 84.116 — Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE) — is a federal assistance listing in the Education category, administered by U.S. Department of Education (ED). The typical award range cataloged on SAM.gov is $100,000 to $1.0 million. The program is currently active in the SAM.gov Assistance Listings database. Eligible applicants include Educational Institution.
Funding opportunities. PlainGrants has indexed 20 Grants.gov opportunity announcements tied to CFDA 84.116. Of those, 0 are currently open for applications and 20 have closed. The largest award ceiling seen across these announcements is $2.2 million. Agencies have projected roughly $409.6 million in total estimated funding across the indexed announcements for this CFDA number. Individual Notice of Funding Opportunity documents on Grants.gov carry the exact deadlines, required forms, and submission instructions.
Next steps. Before applying for CFDA 84.116, confirm your organization has an active SAM.gov registration and a Unique Entity ID (UEI) — these are mandatory for every federal funding instrument. Read the current Notice of Funding Opportunity end-to-end, paying close attention to the cost-share or matching requirement, the evaluation criteria, and the narrative page limits. Education-category grants frequently require formal partnerships with local education agencies or accredited institutions — line those commitments up early. For structural help, the guides linked below cover SAM.gov setup, NOFO interpretation, and common rejection reasons.
Federal Grant Distribution
Federal grant distribution by category — FY2025 obligations (USAspending.gov)
Category
Education
Federal grant subject area
Open Opportunities
0
Currently open for applications
Typical award as share of ceiling 10.0%
$100,000 to $1.0 million
Typical Award Range
$100,000 to $1.0 million
Application Deadline
Annual
Category
Education
Program Description
Competitive grants to improve postsecondary education through reforms, innovations, and new program development.
Who Is Eligible?
Educational Institution
Ready to Apply?
Visit the official program website for current application requirements and deadlines.
Administering Agency
ED 77 programs
U.S. Department of Education
Federal education programs, student financial aid, and grants to states for K-12 and higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CFDA 84.116 grant program?
CFDA 84.116 is the "Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE)" program administered by U.S. Department of Education. Competitive grants to improve postsecondary education through reforms, innovations, and new program development.
Who is eligible for Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE)?
Eligible applicants include: Educational Institution. Always verify current eligibility requirements directly with the awarding agency, as requirements can change between funding cycles.
How much funding is available through CFDA 84.116?
The typical award range for this program is $100,000 to $1.0 million. Actual amounts depend on available appropriations, the number of applicants, and the scope of the proposed project. Check the current Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for exact figures.
How do I apply for this federal grant?
Most federal grants require registration in SAM.gov and submission through Grants.gov. Start by reading the program's Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for specific instructions, deadlines, and required documents. See our step-by-step guide for the full application process.
What is the application deadline for Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE)?
The listed deadline is Annual. Deadlines vary by funding cycle, so always verify with the current NOFO on Grants.gov.
Where can I find more education grants?
PlainGrants lists education grant programs from across federal agencies. Browse all Education grants by category, or use our Eligibility Finder to filter programs by your organization type and funding needs.
Funding Opportunities
Closed Closes: Dec 3, 2025
Office of Postsecondary Education (OPE): Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE): Special Projects; Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.116J
Closed Closes: Sep 30, 2024
Office of Postsecondary Education (OPE): Fund for The Improvement of Postsecondary Education (IFPSE): Transitioning Gang-Involved Youth to Higher Education Program., Assistance Listing Number: (ALN) 84.116Y
Closed Closes: Sep 16, 2024
Office of Postsecondary Education (OPE): Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE): Tribal Controlled Colleges or Universities (TCCUs) Research and Development Infrastructure (RDI) Grant Program, Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.116H
Closed Closes: Aug 12, 2024
Office of Postsecondary Education (OPE): Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE): Basic Needs for Postsecondary Students Program, Assistance Listing Number 84.116N
Closed Closes: Aug 5, 2024
Office of Postsecondary Education (OPE): Fund for The Improvement of Postseconary Education (FIPSE): Centers of Excellence for Veteran Student Success, Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.116G
Closed Closes: Oct 2, 2023
OPE: HEP: FIPSE: Historically Black Colleges or Universities (HBCUs), Tribally Controlled Colleges or Universities (TCCUs), and Minority-Serving Institutions (MSIs) Research and Development Infrastructure Grant Program (RDI), ALN 84.116H
Closed Closes: Sep 25, 2023
Office of Postsecondary Education (OPE): Higher Education Programs (HEP): Fund for The Improvement of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE): Postsecondary Student Success Grant Program (PSSG), Assistance Listing Number 84.116M
Closed Closes: Jul 17, 2023
Office of Postsecondary Education (OPE): Higher Education Programs (HEP): Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE): Transitioning Gang-Involved Youth to Higher Education Program, Assistance Listing Number 84.116Y
Closed Closes: Jun 23, 2023
Office of Postsecondary Education (OPE): Higher Education Programs (HEP): Modeling and Simulation Program (MSP), Assistance Listing Number 84.116S
Closed Closes: Jun 20, 2023
Office of Postsecondary Education (OPE): Higher Education Programs (HEP): Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE): Rural Postsecondary and Economic Development (RPED) Grant Program, Assistance Listing Number 84.116W
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