The Department of Agriculture is offering the Higher Education Multicultural Scholars Program (MSP) to increase diversity in the food and agricultural scientific workforce. This competitive undergraduate scholarship grant aims to advance educational achievement for all Americans by providing grants to colleges and universities. The closing date for applications is September 29, 2016.
Opportunity ID: 286394
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NIFA-HEMS-005962 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Higher Education Multicultural Scholars Program (MSP) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.220 — Higher Education – Multicultural Scholars Grant Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Jul 21, 2016 |
| Last Updated Date: | Aug 26, 2016 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 22, 2016 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 29, 2016 |
| Archive Date: | Oct 29, 2016 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $945,400 |
| Award Ceiling: | $200,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Pursuant to section 1417 of the NARETPA of 1977 (99 Stat. 1548; 7 U.S.C. 3152), applications may be submitted by: (1) land-grant institutions, (2) colleges and universities having significant minority enrollments and a demonstrable capacity to carry out the teaching of food and agricultural sciences, and (3) other colleges and universities having a demonstrable capacity to carry out the teaching of food, and agricultural sciences. Research foundations maintained by an eligible college or university are eligible to submit undergraduate and/or D.V.M. training proposals under this RFA. Applicants should be institutions that confer an undergraduate or D.V.M. degree in at least one of the disciplines in the food and agricultural sciences. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | National Institute of Food and Agriculture |
| Description: | The purpose of this competitive undergraduate scholarship grant program is to increase the multicultural diversity of the food and agricultural scientific and professional workforce, and advance the educational achievement of all Americans by providing competitive grants to colleges and universities. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Higher Education Multicultural Scholars Program (MSP) |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
NIFA Help Desk
Phone: 202-401-5048 Business hours are M-F, 7:00 am -5:00 pm ET, excluding Federal holidays Email:electronic@nifa.usda.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Modified application deadline date extended and modified Project Narrative instructions. | Aug 26, 2016 | |
| Aug 26, 2016 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NIFA-HEMS-005962 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Higher Education Multicultural Scholars Program (MSP) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.220 — Higher Education – Multicultural Scholars Grant Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Jul 21, 2016 |
| Last Updated Date: | Aug 26, 2016 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 22, 2016 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 29, 2016 |
| Archive Date: | Oct 29, 2016 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $945,400 |
| Award Ceiling: | $200,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Pursuant to section 1417 of the NARETPA of 1977 (99 Stat. 1548; 7 U.S.C. 3152), applications may be submitted by: (1) land-grant institutions, (2) colleges and universities having significant minority enrollments and a demonstrable capacity to carry out the teaching of food and agricultural sciences, and (3) other colleges and universities having a demonstrable capacity to carry out the teaching of food, and agricultural sciences. Research foundations maintained by an eligible college or university are eligible to submit undergraduate and/or D.V.M. training proposals under this RFA. Applicants should be institutions that confer an undergraduate or D.V.M. degree in at least one of the disciplines in the food and agricultural sciences. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | National Institute of Food and Agriculture |
| Description: | The purpose of this competitive undergraduate scholarship grant program is to increase the multicultural diversity of the food and agricultural scientific and professional workforce, and advance the educational achievement of all Americans by providing competitive grants to colleges and universities. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Higher Education Multicultural Scholars Program (MSP) |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
NIFA Help Desk
Phone: 202-401-5048 Business hours are M-F, 7:00 am -5:00 pm ET, excluding Federal holidays Email:electronic@nifa.usda.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NIFA-HEMS-005962 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Higher Education Multicultural Scholars Program (MSP) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.220 — Higher Education – Multicultural Scholars Grant Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Aug 26, 2016 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 22, 2016 |
| Archive Date: | Oct 22, 2016 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $945,400 |
| Award Ceiling: | $200,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Pursuant to section 1417 of the NARETPA of 1977 (99 Stat. 1548; 7 U.S.C. 3152), applications may be submitted by: (1) land-grant institutions, (2) colleges and universities having significant minority enrollments and a demonstrable capacity to carry out the teaching of food and agricultural sciences, and (3) other colleges and universities having a demonstrable capacity to carry out the teaching of food, and agricultural sciences. Research foundations maintained by an eligible college or university are eligible to submit undergraduate and/or D.V.M. training proposals under this RFA. Applicants should be institutions that confer an undergraduate or D.V.M. degree in at least one of the disciplines in the food and agricultural sciences. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | National Institute of Food and Agriculture |
| Description: | The purpose of this competitive undergraduate scholarship grant program is to increase the multicultural diversity of the food and agricultural scientific and professional workforce, and advance the educational achievement of all Americans by providing competitive grants to colleges and universities. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Higher Education Multicultural Scholars Program (MSP) |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
NIFA Help Desk
Phone: 202-401-5048 Business hours are M-F, 7:00 am -5:00 pm ET, excluding Federal holidays Email:electronic@nifa.usda.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 286394 Full Announcement-Multicultural Scholars Program -> 16_Higher Education Multicultural Scholars Program MSP RFA.pdf
Folder 286394 Full Announcement-Multicultural Scholars Program -> 16_Higher Education Multicultural Scholars Program MSP RFA – MODIFIED 08 26 2016.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | NIFA Help Desk Phone: 202-401-5048 Business hours are M-F, 7:00 am -5:00 pm ET, excluding Federal holidays Email: electronic@nifa.usda.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10.220 | PKG00225866 | Jul 21, 2016 | Sep 22, 2016 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
286394 RR_SF424_2_0-2.0.pdf
286394 RR_KeyPersonExpanded_2_0-2.0.pdf
286394 RR_OtherProjectInfo_1_3-1.3.pdf
286394 RR_Budget_1_3-1.3.pdf
286394 RR_PersonalData_1_2-1.2.pdf
286394 PerformanceSite_2_0-2.0.pdf
286394 NIFA_Supplemental_Info_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
286394 RR_SubawardBudget30_1_3-1.3.pdf
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