FREE WHITE PAPER

Winning the FIPSE Grant: How Universities Can Leverage AI in 2025

The U.S. Department of Education’s 2025 FIPSE Special Projects Grant is one of the largest funding opportunities for institutions looking to advance AI, strengthen student success, scale high-quality short-term programs, and build long-term institutional capacity. With $167 million available, this open competition empowers colleges and universities to launch transformative projects that improve retention, persistence, workforce alignment, and operational efficiency.

Download our white paper for a full break-down of everything institutions need to know, from funding priorities and scoring criteria, to strategic recommendations for building a competitive application. 
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Inside this white paper, we cover:

Overview of the 2025 FIPSE Grant
Eligibility, deadlines, funding amounts, priority areas, and how the competition works.

Deep Dive Into Funding Priorities
Clear explanations of all seven FIPSE priority areas, with a special focus on AI and high-quality short-term programs.

Scoring Criteria & How Reviewers Evaluate Proposals
A breakdown of how points are awarded — and what stands out.

Strategies to Strengthen Your Application
Practical tips tailored to each funding category, including innovation framing, data use, partnership development, and sustainability.

What’s Possible With AI + QuadC
Real institutional outcomes from QuadC’s AI tools, increasing student retention, persistence, and support efficiency.

Winning the Grant: Do’s & Don’ts
A concise checklist of common pitfalls and best practices during the application process.

Complete Application Checklist
A ready-to-use, step-by-step guide for your grant team.