Ed Dept Axes Migrant Student Programs: Funding Dreams Derailed
Published Date: 9/18/2025
Notice
Summary
The Department of Education is canceling the 2025 application process for the High School Equivalency Program (HEP) and the College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP). This means no new funding or awards will be given for these programs this year, affecting students and organizations that rely on them. If you were planning to apply or benefit, hold tight and watch for future updates!
Analyzed Economic Effects
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HEP FY2025 Awards Canceled
If you rely on the High School Equivalency Program (HEP), there will be no new awards or funding for fiscal year (FY) 2025 because the Department withdrew the FY2025 Notices Inviting Applications. You should not expect HEP grants or services from new awards during FY2025.
CAMP FY2025 Awards Canceled
If you rely on the College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP), there will be no new awards or funding for fiscal year (FY) 2025 because the Department withdrew the FY2025 Notices Inviting Applications. Do not expect new CAMP grants or services from new awards during FY2025.
No FY2025 Grants for Applicant Organizations
Organizations that planned to apply for HEP or CAMP should know there will be no new awards or funding for fiscal year (FY) 2025 because the Department withdrew the FY2025 Notices Inviting Applications. Applicant organizations will not receive new grant awards from these competitions in FY2025.
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