Office of the Secretary of Higher EducationNotice of New Funding Opportunity from the Office of Justice Programs for Improving Reentry Education and Employment Outcomes
The U.S. Department of Justice Office of Justice Programs released a notice of funding opportunity for FJA FY2026 Second Chance Act (SCA) Improving Reentry Education and Employment Outcomes. The notice highlights two categories: 1) Improving Reentry Education Outcomes, and 2) Improving Reentry Employment Outcomes. The application deadlines include: 1) Complete SF-424 and submit on Grants.gov on or before September 24, 2026, by 11:59 PM; and 2) Submit full application on JusticeGrants.usdoj.gov on or before October 1, 2026, by 8:59 PM. Public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, as well as private institutions of higher education are among the eligible applicants. Full application and eligibility details are included in the Notice of New Funding Opportunity.
Census Bureau Partners with Over 1,100 Institutions in Post-Secondary Employment Outcomes
On August 27, 2026, the U.S. Census Bureau announced new partnerships with institutions in 8 states, including New Jersey for its Post-Secondary Employment Outcomes (PSEO) experimental data product. To learn more or view data, see their press release.
U.S. Department of Education Updates Reminder on Reporting Deadline for Section 117 of the Higher Education Act of 1965
The U.S Department of Education will delay its planned publication of the names of all foreign sources from prior reporting cycles until Sept. 11, 2026. To view the full list of updates and original Dear Colleague Letter, visit their website.
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