Historically Black Colleges and Universities - Undergraduate Program

October 6, 2026

$300,000 – $9,000,000

*Who May Submit Proposals: Proposals may only be submitted by the following: - Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) that are accredited and offer undergraduate educational degree programs in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM). Proposals from HBCUs actively engaged in the process of developing undergraduate STEM education programs are encouraged. Potential PIs should contact an HBCU-UP Program Officer to discuss the suitability of their institution/program for this program. *Who May Serve as PI: <ul> <li>The Principal Investigator for a Targeted Infusion Projectmust be the individual whowill direct the implementation of the project activities.</li> <li>The Principal Investigator for a Research onBroadening Participation in STEM Projectmust be the individual responsible for managing the project and must be one of the primary researchers.</li> <li>The Principal Investigator for a Research Initiation Awardmust be a faculty member in a STEMor STEM education discipline at the HBCU. Co-Principal Investigators and senior personnel are not permitted.</li> <li>The Principal Investigator and Co-Principal Investigators foran Implementation Project or a Broadening Participation Research Centermust be the individuals that will be responsible for guiding the implementation of the project or Center. A PI or Co-PI of an active BPRC may not be a PI or Co-PI on a proposal under this track if the Center would still be active at the start of the new award.</li> </ul>