Education Dept Offers Grants for Deaf Student Support
Published Date: 6/4/2026
Notice
Summary
The Department of Education is offering up to $4 million in grants for 2026 to create a National Technical Assistance Center that helps colleges and agencies better support deaf or hard of hearing students. Schools, state agencies, and service providers can apply by July 30, 2026, to improve education and training for these students. This is a big chance to boost resources and make postsecondary education more accessible and effective.
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Grants to Improve College Support for Deaf Students
You, if you are a postsecondary student who is deaf or hard of hearing, could see improved supports because the Department of Education will fund a National Technical Assistance Center with awards up to $4,000,000 for a 12-month budget period. Organizations can apply by July 30, 2026; within each 12-month period no more than $1,300,000 may be budgeted under the TA&D program, $1,700,000 under the Personnel Development program, and $1,000,000 under the Educational Technology, Media, and Materials program.
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If you have a disability, you can request this notice in an accessible format from the contact (Eric Caruso) by telephone at (202) 987-0151 or by email at eric.caruso@ed.gov.
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