College Assistance Migrant Program 84.149A
Can you apply?
This grant is for institutions and organizations serving migrant agricultural workers and their families who are pursuing higher education. Eligible applicants include public and private nonprofit institutions of higher education, community colleges, and organizations that work with migrant and seasonal agricultural worker populations. The program supports outreach, recruitment, and support services for migrant students, with a focus on helping them navigate college access and completion. Geographic scope is nationwide, including U.S. territories. Activities supported include counseling services, curriculum development, academic support, work-study opportunities, and family services designed to help migrant students succeed in college.
This grant is for institutions and organizations serving migrant agricultural workers and their families who are pursuing higher education. Eligible applicants include public and private nonprofit institutions of higher education, community colleges, and organizations that work with migrant and seasonal agricultural worker populations. The program supports outreach, recruitment, and support services for migrant students, with a focus on helping them navigate college access and completion. Geographic scope is nationwide, including U.S. territories. Activities supported include counseling services, curriculum development, academic support, work-study opportunities, and family services designed to help migrant students succeed in college.
Program description
The Employment and Training Administration at the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) and Secretary of Education are soliciting applications in support of the administration of the College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) on behalf of the U.S. Department of Education (ED). The purpose of CAMP is to assist migratory or seasonal farmworkers (or immediate family members of such workers) who are enrolled or are admitted for enrollment on a full-time basis at an institution of higher education (IHE) to complete their first academic year.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
Demographic focus
Details
This grant is for institutions and organizations serving migrant agricultural workers and their families who are pursuing higher education. Eligible applicants include public and private nonprofit institutions of higher education, community colleges, and organizations that work with migrant and seasonal agricultural worker populations. The program supports outreach, recruitment, and support services for migrant students, with a focus on helping them navigate college access and completion. Geographic scope is nationwide, including U.S. territories. Activities supported include counseling services, curriculum development, academic support, work-study opportunities, and family services designed to help migrant students succeed in college.
How to apply
Application links
Required documents
- SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
- Project narrative describing migrant student services and outcomes
- Detailed budget and budget narrative
- Organizational capability statement and evidence of prior experience with migrant populations
- Letters of support from partner organizations and agricultural communities
- Job descriptions for key personnel
- Institutional commitment letters
- Evaluation plan with measurable outcomes
Program contact
- 👤 Office of Elementary and Secondary Education
- 📧 Jessica.Stein@ed.gov
- 📞 202-693-2606
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 84.149 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
-
$2,375,000
-
$2,375,000
-
$2,375,000
-
$2,375,000
-
$2,374,999
-
$2,374,999
-
$2,374,999
-
$2,374,999
-
$2,374,999
-
$2,374,999
Top States by Funding
- CA 17 awards $31.9M
- WA 11 awards $22.8M
- TX 11 awards $20.2M
- OR 6 awards $10.4M
- ID 5 awards $10.1M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
FAQ
Who is eligible to apply for the College Assistance Migrant Program grant?
Public and private nonprofit colleges, universities, community colleges, and organizations that have experience serving migrant agricultural worker populations are typically eligible. Some programs may also allow tribal colleges and other specialized institutions.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is June 12, 2026, with the application period opening May 13, 2026. Ensure submission well before the deadline to allow time for processing.
What activities and services can be funded?
Eligible activities include migrant student recruitment and outreach, academic advising and counseling, tutoring and academic support, work-study employment coordination, family support services, and curriculum development specifically designed for migrant student needs.
How competitive is this grant and what should I know about funding?
This is a moderately to highly competitive federal education grant. Awards vary by institution type and project scope. Applicants with strong track records serving migrant populations and demonstrated need tend to be more competitive.
What are typical application requirements?
Standard federal requirements typically include completion of SF-424 forms, a detailed project narrative describing your migrant student services, a budget narrative, letters of support from partner organizations, and evidence of your organization's experience with migrant populations.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Clearly demonstrate your organization's existing capacity and experience serving migrant agricultural workers and their families. Include specific metrics on past outreach and support.
- Develop a compelling narrative that connects your proposed services directly to documented barriers faced by migrant students in accessing and completing higher education.
- Build partnerships with local agricultural communities, migrant advocacy organizations, and other colleges to strengthen your application and show community support.
- Include a detailed budget that reflects realistic costs for recruitment, counseling, academic support, and family services tailored to migrant student needs.
- Focus on measurable outcomes such as enrollment rates, retention, persistence to degree completion, and employment or transfer success for migrant students served.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Applications often fail because they lack concrete evidence of prior success serving migrant populations or fail to address the specific barriers migrant students face. Another common issue is proposing generic student services rather than clearly explaining how services are tailored to migrant circumstances. Finally, weak partnerships or insufficient coordination with local agricultural communities and migrant advocacy groups undermines credibility and competitiveness.
Similar grants
- OPEN 27-0343-10 FFY27 Local Agency General Non-Enforcement — Illinois Department of Transportation
- OPEN John R. Justice Student Loan Repayment Program 2026 (Prosecutors/Public Defenders) — Iowa Governor's Office of Drug Control Policy
- OPEN 2025-2026 WBL-LIFT (Work-Based Learning Leadership & Investment for Field Training) — Iowa Education
- OPEN FY27 Credentials to Careers Grant – Aligning Career & Technical Education Programs with Industry-Recognized Credentials — Iowa Education
- OPEN Iowa Community Corps – AmeriCorps Host Site Application 2026-2027 — Iowa Department of Health and Human Services