What's New
- New 2024 Training Program Grant Competition
- New 2023-2024 Training Opportunities
- Listed by Absolute Priority click here
- Listed by Calendar Date click here
Program Office: Federal TRIO Programs
CFDA Number: 84.103A
Program Type: Discretionary/Competitive Grants
Also Known As: TRIO Staff Training (This is one of eight TRIO programs.)
Through a grant competition, funds are awarded to institutions of higher education and other public and private nonprofit institutions and organizations to support training to enhance the skills and expertise of project directors and staff employed in the Federal TRIO Programs. Funds may be used for conferences, seminars, internships, workshops, or the publication of manuals. Training topics are based on priorities established by the Secretary of Education and announced in Federal Register notices inviting applications.
Annual training is provided via electronic and live conferences and webinars; internships, seminars, workshops, and the publication of manuals designed to improve the operation of TRIO projects. These trainings are carried out in the various regions to ensure that growth opportunities are available to all TRIO personnel in the local projects. The topics covered in the trainings include but are not limited to legislative and regulatory requirements; assisting students in receiving adequate financial aid; the design and operation of model programs; the use of appropriate educational technology; and strategies for recruiting and serving hard to reach populations.
Applicant Eligibility
Institutions of higher education and other public and private nonprofit institutions and organizations are the only entities eligible to compete for funds under the Training program. If you have questions about eligibility, please contact OPE_TRIO@ed.gov.
Participant Eligibility for Training
Individuals who are employed (or who are preparing for employment) in a TRIO project are eligible to participate in Training programs.
Timeline
Training Program competitions are held every second year.
Last competition: FY 2022
Next competition: FY 2024
Applications Available: February 16, 2024
Application Deadline: April 16, 2024
Federal Register Notice
- Notice Inviting Applications for New Awards for FY 2024 dated February 16, 2024 | PDF
Current Application
Training Program applications for FY 2024 must be submitted electronically using Grants.gov at https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/352330.
Tips and Assistance
A Pre-Application Technical Assistance Webinar for applicants interested in submitting applications for FY 2024 new awards will be held on March 7, 2024, from 2 to 4 p.m. EST. To register for the Pre-Application Webinar, please visit the link below:
FY2024 TRIO Training Program Pre-Application Webinar Registration Link
Current Training Opportunities Provided by TRIO Training Program Grantees
- Training Opportunities for TRIO Programs' Personnel
Application Contact
Suzanne Ulmer, 202-453-7691
Office of Federal TRIO Programs
U. S. Department of Education, OPE
TRIO Training Program 400 Maryland Avenue, S.W.
Washington, DC 20202
E-mail: OPE_TRIO@ed.gov
The information below highlights award history information at both the program and project levels.
Program-Level
The program-level information shows historical funding allocation, number of awards, number of participants, average award, average number of participants and average cost per participant for fiscal years 2011 through 2023.
FY 2011-2024 Training Program for Federal TRIO Programs Funding History: PDF (81K)
Project-Level
The project-level information provides funding allocation and number of participants by project for fiscal years 2021 through 2025.
FY 2025: Projects funded for 2025-26: PDF (64K)
FY 2024: Projects funded for 2024-25: PDF (83K)
FY 2023: Projects funded for 2023-24: MS Excel (13K)
FY 2022: Projects funded for 2022-23: MS Excel (36K)
FY 2021: Projects funded for 2021-22: MS Excel (12K)
Legislation
- Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended; Title IV, Part A, Subpart 2, Chapter 1, Sec. 402D; 20 U.S.C. 1070a-14
MS Word (217K) | PDF (188K) - Legislation for SSS Grant Aid MS Word (22K)
Regulations
- Official Final Regulations Amending TRIO Regulations, as published in the Federal Register on October 26, 2010. These final regulations amend the TRIO Training Program regulations. [ HTML]
- Title 34 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 642
- Education Department General Administrative Regulations in 34 CFR parts 74, 75, 77, 79, 80, 81, 82, 84, 85, 86, 97, 98, and 99
Performance Report
Grantees are required to submit annual performance reports during the two-year funding cycle using the Department's e-Reports function. This online system collects narratives and data about funded projects to enable program specialists to determine whether a grantee is making substantial progress toward meeting approved project objectives. In addition, grantees are required to submit a first-year interim performance report.
For additional information on grantee performance reporting, please contact Suzanne Ulmer at 202-453-7691 or by e-mail at Suzanne.Ulmer@ed.gov.
Other Resources
- Training Opportunities for TRIO Programs' Staff
- A Profile of the Federal TRIO Programs and Child Care Access Means Parents in School Program: 2008 MS Word (446K) | PDF (267K)
- The Office of Federal TRIO Programs partnered with the Educational Credit Management Corporation (ECMC) Foundation to distribute Realizing the College Dream, a guide that supports teachers, counselors, and community-based organization staffs in their work to increase the expectations of attending college by low-income, first-generation college students and their families. A free copy of the guide can be downloaded at: http://www.ecmcfoundation.org/index.html.
- Office of Postsecondary Education (OPE): Applicant and Grantee Resources
Key Staff
ReShone Moore, Director, Graduate & Special Focus Programs Division
202-453-7624
reshone.moore@ed.gov
Suzanne Ulmer, Training Program Lead
202-453-7691
suzanne.ulmer@ed.gov
Carmen Gordon
202-453-7311
carmen.gordon@ed.gov
Rebecca Ell
202-453-7691
rebecca.ell@ed.gov
Eric Lange
202-453-5582
eric.lange@ed.gov
Mailing address:
U.S. Department of Education, OPE
Higher Education Programs
Federal TRIO Programs
Training Program for Federal TRIO Programs Staff
400 Maryland Avenue, S.W.
5th Floor
Washington, DC 20202
 | Select a link below to jump to the relevant page section. |
- What is the purpose of the program?
- What kinds of activities can be supported with grant funds?
- How often are competitions generally held?
- What is the duration of the average grant?
- What is the average annual grant amount?
- Is there a cost matching requirement? If so, are in-kind contributions acceptable as part of the grantee's match?
- What are the reporting requirements for grantees? What kind of records and data should be maintained or collected in order to complete required reports?
1. What is the purpose of the program?
The purpose of the Training Program for Federal TRIO Programs (Training Program) is to provide Federal financial assistance to train the staff and leadership personnel employed in, or preparing for employment in, Federal TRIO Program projects.
TOP
2. What kinds of activities can be supported with grant funds?
- A Training Program project may include on-site training, online training, conferences, internships, seminars, workshops, and the publication of manuals designed to improve the operations of Federal TRIO Program projects.
- Each year, one or more Training Program projects must provide at least one training session on each requisite topic listed within a specific priority that is tailored to the needs of TRIO staff with less than two years of TRIO project experience.
- Each year, one or more Training Program projects must offer training covering the following topics:
- The legislative and regulatory requirements for operating projects funded under the Federal TRIO Programs.
- Assisting students to receive adequate student financial aid from programs authorized under Title IV of the Higher Education Act (HEA), as well as from other programs.
- The design and operation of model Federal TRIO Program projects.
- The use of appropriate educational technology in the operation of TRIO Program projects.
- Strategies for recruiting and serving hard-to-reach populations, including students who are limited English proficient, students from groups traditionally underrepresented in postsecondary education, students who are individuals with disabilities, students who are homeless children and youth, students who are foster care youth, or other disconnected students.
TOP
3. How often are competitions generally held?
Competitions under the TRIO Training Program are held every two years.
TOP
4. What is the duration of the average grant?
All grantees receive two-year grants.
TOP
5. What is the average annual grant amount?
The average annual grant award is $348,250.
TOP
6. Is there a cost matching requirement? If so, are in-kind contributions acceptable as part of the grantee's match?
There is no cost matching requirement for the TRIO Training Program.
TOP
7. What are the reporting requirements for grantees? What kind of records and data should be maintained or collected in order to complete required reports?
Grantees are required to submit annual performance reports during the two-year funding cycle using the Department's e-Reports function. This online system collects narratives and data about funded projects to enable program specialists to determine whether a grantee is making substantial progress toward meeting approved project objectives. In addition, grantees are required to submit a first-year interim performance report.
What's New
- New 2024 Training Program Grant Competition
- New 2023-2024 Training Opportunities
- Listed by Absolute Priority click here
- Listed by Calendar Date click here
Program Office: Federal TRIO Programs
CFDA Number: 84.103A
Program Type: Discretionary/Competitive Grants
Also Known As: TRIO Staff Training (This is one of eight TRIO programs.)
Through a grant competition, funds are awarded to institutions of higher education and other public and private nonprofit institutions and organizations to support training to enhance the skills and expertise of project directors and staff employed in the Federal TRIO Programs. Funds may be used for conferences, seminars, internships, workshops, or the publication of manuals. Training topics are based on priorities established by the Secretary of Education and announced in Federal Register notices inviting applications.
Annual training is provided via electronic and live conferences and webinars; internships, seminars, workshops, and the publication of manuals designed to improve the operation of TRIO projects. These trainings are carried out in the various regions to ensure that growth opportunities are available to all TRIO personnel in the local projects. The topics covered in the trainings include but are not limited to legislative and regulatory requirements; assisting students in receiving adequate financial aid; the design and operation of model programs; the use of appropriate educational technology; and strategies for recruiting and serving hard to reach populations.
Applicant Eligibility
Institutions of higher education and other public and private nonprofit institutions and organizations are the only entities eligible to compete for funds under the Training program. If you have questions about eligibility, please contact OPE_TRIO@ed.gov.
Participant Eligibility for Training
Individuals who are employed (or who are preparing for employment) in a TRIO project are eligible to participate in Training programs.
Timeline
Training Program competitions are held every second year.
Last competition: FY 2022
Next competition: FY 2024
Applications Available: February 16, 2024
Application Deadline: April 16, 2024
Federal Register Notice
- Notice Inviting Applications for New Awards for FY 2024 dated February 16, 2024 | PDF
Current Application
Training Program applications for FY 2024 must be submitted electronically using Grants.gov at https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/352330.
Tips and Assistance
A Pre-Application Technical Assistance Webinar for applicants interested in submitting applications for FY 2024 new awards will be held on March 7, 2024, from 2 to 4 p.m. EST. To register for the Pre-Application Webinar, please visit the link below:
FY2024 TRIO Training Program Pre-Application Webinar Registration Link
Current Training Opportunities Provided by TRIO Training Program Grantees
- Training Opportunities for TRIO Programs' Personnel
Application Contact
Suzanne Ulmer, 202-453-7691
Office of Federal TRIO Programs
U. S. Department of Education, OPE
TRIO Training Program 400 Maryland Avenue, S.W.
Washington, DC 20202
E-mail: OPE_TRIO@ed.gov
The information below highlights award history information at both the program and project levels.
Program-Level
The program-level information shows historical funding allocation, number of awards, number of participants, average award, average number of participants and average cost per participant for fiscal years 2011 through 2023.
FY 2011-2024 Training Program for Federal TRIO Programs Funding History: PDF (81K)
Project-Level
The project-level information provides funding allocation and number of participants by project for fiscal years 2021 through 2025.
FY 2025: Projects funded for 2025-26: PDF (64K)
FY 2024: Projects funded for 2024-25: PDF (83K)
FY 2023: Projects funded for 2023-24: MS Excel (13K)
FY 2022: Projects funded for 2022-23: MS Excel (36K)
FY 2021: Projects funded for 2021-22: MS Excel (12K)
Legislation
- Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended; Title IV, Part A, Subpart 2, Chapter 1, Sec. 402D; 20 U.S.C. 1070a-14 MS Word (217K) | PDF (188K)
- Legislation for SSS Grant Aid MS Word (22K)
Regulations
- Official Final Regulations Amending TRIO Regulations, as published in the Federal Register on October 26, 2010. These final regulations amend the TRIO Training Program regulations. [ HTML]
- Title 34 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 642
- Education Department General Administrative Regulations in 34 CFR parts 74, 75, 77, 79, 80, 81, 82, 84, 85, 86, 97, 98, and 99
Performance Report
Grantees are required to submit annual performance reports during the two-year funding cycle using the Department's e-Reports function. This online system collects narratives and data about funded projects to enable program specialists to determine whether a grantee is making substantial progress toward meeting approved project objectives. In addition, grantees are required to submit a first-year interim performance report.
For additional information on grantee performance reporting, please contact Suzanne Ulmer at 202-453-7691 or by e-mail at Suzanne.Ulmer@ed.gov.
Other Resources
- Training Opportunities for TRIO Programs' Staff
- A Profile of the Federal TRIO Programs and Child Care Access Means Parents in School Program: 2008 MS Word (446K) | PDF (267K)
- The Office of Federal TRIO Programs partnered with the Educational Credit Management Corporation (ECMC) Foundation to distribute Realizing the College Dream, a guide that supports teachers, counselors, and community-based organization staffs in their work to increase the expectations of attending college by low-income, first-generation college students and their families. A free copy of the guide can be downloaded at: http://www.ecmcfoundation.org/index.html.
- Office of Postsecondary Education (OPE): Applicant and Grantee Resources
Key Staff
ReShone Moore, Director, Graduate & Special Focus Programs Division
202-453-7624
reshone.moore@ed.gov
Suzanne Ulmer, Training Program Lead
202-453-7691
suzanne.ulmer@ed.gov
Carmen Gordon
202-453-7311
carmen.gordon@ed.gov
Rebecca Ell
202-453-7691
rebecca.ell@ed.gov
Eric Lange
202-453-5582
eric.lange@ed.gov
Mailing address:
U.S. Department of Education, OPE
Higher Education Programs
Federal TRIO Programs
Training Program for Federal TRIO Programs Staff
400 Maryland Avenue, S.W.
5th Floor
Washington, DC 20202
| Select a link below to jump to the relevant page section. |
- What is the purpose of the program?
- What kinds of activities can be supported with grant funds?
- How often are competitions generally held?
- What is the duration of the average grant?
- What is the average annual grant amount?
- Is there a cost matching requirement? If so, are in-kind contributions acceptable as part of the grantee's match?
- What are the reporting requirements for grantees? What kind of records and data should be maintained or collected in order to complete required reports?
1. What is the purpose of the program?
The purpose of the Training Program for Federal TRIO Programs (Training Program) is to provide Federal financial assistance to train the staff and leadership personnel employed in, or preparing for employment in, Federal TRIO Program projects.
TOP
2. What kinds of activities can be supported with grant funds?
- A Training Program project may include on-site training, online training, conferences, internships, seminars, workshops, and the publication of manuals designed to improve the operations of Federal TRIO Program projects.
- Each year, one or more Training Program projects must provide at least one training session on each requisite topic listed within a specific priority that is tailored to the needs of TRIO staff with less than two years of TRIO project experience.
- Each year, one or more Training Program projects must offer training covering the following topics:
- The legislative and regulatory requirements for operating projects funded under the Federal TRIO Programs.
- Assisting students to receive adequate student financial aid from programs authorized under Title IV of the Higher Education Act (HEA), as well as from other programs.
- The design and operation of model Federal TRIO Program projects.
- The use of appropriate educational technology in the operation of TRIO Program projects.
- Strategies for recruiting and serving hard-to-reach populations, including students who are limited English proficient, students from groups traditionally underrepresented in postsecondary education, students who are individuals with disabilities, students who are homeless children and youth, students who are foster care youth, or other disconnected students.
TOP
3. How often are competitions generally held?
Competitions under the TRIO Training Program are held every two years.
TOP
4. What is the duration of the average grant?
All grantees receive two-year grants.
TOP
5. What is the average annual grant amount?
The average annual grant award is $348,250.
TOP
6. Is there a cost matching requirement? If so, are in-kind contributions acceptable as part of the grantee's match?
There is no cost matching requirement for the TRIO Training Program.
TOP
7. What are the reporting requirements for grantees? What kind of records and data should be maintained or collected in order to complete required reports?
Grantees are required to submit annual performance reports during the two-year funding cycle using the Department's e-Reports function. This online system collects narratives and data about funded projects to enable program specialists to determine whether a grantee is making substantial progress toward meeting approved project objectives. In addition, grantees are required to submit a first-year interim performance report.