Health Careers Opportunity Program: The National HCOP Academies
- Currently Closed
Open Date:
3/24/2023
Close Date:
5/24/2023
Upcoming Milestones:
Eligible Recipients:
- Educational Institutions
Program Purpose:
- Education and Workforce Development
- Health and Safety
Reserved for Energy
Communities?
No
Bureau/Office
Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA)
Funded by:
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Overview
This notice announces the opportunity to apply for funding under the Health Careers Opportunity Program (HCOP): National HCOP Academies authorized by Section 739 of the Public Health Service Act. The purpose of this grant program is to assist students from disadvantaged backgrounds to enter and successfully complete health profession schools. The National HCOP Academies will prepare students to meet the admissions requirements for the next level of their education and receive a health professions degree or certificate. National HCOP Academies’ goals are to:
- Improve recruitment, matriculation, retention, and graduation rates by implementing tailored enrichment programs designed to address the academic and social needs of students from disadvantaged backgrounds.
- Provide opportunities for community-based experiential health professions training, emphasizing experiences in underserved communities.
Related Resources
Additional information is available on the Resources page.Funding Details
Funding Source:
- Annual Appropriation
Funding Type:
Grant - no match
Total Amount Available:
$13,500,000
Limit per Applicant:
Estimated Awards:
21
Applicant Guidance
Contact Information
Audrey Adade, (301)594-4479, [email protected]