CFDA Number
84.425
Unique assistance listing ID
CFDA 84.425 Education Active
2026 data Public-data reference. official source
Graduate Assistance in Areas of National Need
CFDA 84.425 — 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 84.425 — Graduate Assistance in Areas of National Need — 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 $500,000 to $3.0 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 84.425. Of those, 0 are currently open for applications and 20 have closed. Agencies have projected roughly $82.8 billion 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 84.425, 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 16.7%
$500,000 to $3.0 million
Typical Award Range
$500,000 to $3.0 million
Application Deadline
Annual
Category
Education
Program Description
Fellowships to attract U.S. citizens to graduate study in fields of national need.
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 84.425 grant program?
CFDA 84.425 is the "Graduate Assistance in Areas of National Need" program administered by U.S. Department of Education. Fellowships to attract U.S. citizens to graduate study in fields of national need.
Who is eligible for Graduate Assistance in Areas of National Need?
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 84.425?
The typical award range for this program is $500,000 to $3.0 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 Graduate Assistance in Areas of National Need?
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: Apr 8, 2022
Office of Postsecondary Education (OPE): American Rescue Plan (SSARP) Program, Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.425T
Closed Closes: Mar 7, 2022
Office of Postsecondary Education (OPE): Higher Education Under the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF), Section 2003 of the American Rescue Plan Act, 2021 (ARP) Assistance Listing Number 84.425F
Closed Closes: Mar 7, 2022
Office of Postsecondary Education (OPE): Higher Education Under the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF), Section 2003 of the American Rescue Plan Act, 2021 (ARP) Assistance Listing Number 84.425E
Closed Closes: Mar 7, 2022
Office of Postsecondary Education (OPE): Under the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF), Section 2003 of the American Rescue Plan Act, 2021 (ARP) Assistance Listing Number 84.425Q
Closed Closes: Mar 7, 2022
OPE: Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF), Section 2003 of the American Rescue Plan (ARP) for Institutions of Higher Education (IHE) that meet the criteria as a Strengthening Institutions Program (SIP), Assistance Listing Number 84.425M
Closed Closes: Mar 7, 2022
OPE: Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF), Section 2003 of the American Rescue Plan (ARP) for Institutions of Higher Education (IHE) that meet the criteria for the Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs) Program Assistance Listing Number 84.425L
Closed Closes: Jul 12, 2021
OPE: HEERF, Section 314(a)(2); Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2021 (CRRSAA) for Institutions of Higher Education that Meet the Criteria for the Strengthening Institutions Program (SIP) Assistance Listing Number 84.425M
Closed Closes: Jul 12, 2021
OPE: HEERF, Section 314(a)(2); Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2021 (CRRSAA) for Institutions of Higher Education that Meet the Criteria for the Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs) Program Assistance Listing No. 84.425L
Closed Closes: Apr 28, 2021
Office of Postsecondary Education (OPE): Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE): Supplemental Assistance to Institutions of Higher Education (SAIHE) Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.425S
Closed Closes: Apr 15, 2021
Office of Postsecondary Education: Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund – IHEs 84.425E
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