Regulatory Updates
A running watchlist of state, federal, and accreditor activity that affects private schools and colleges. Curated so you don’t have to parse every notice yourself.
96 updates
2026-11103
The Administration for Children and Families at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is soliciting applications in support of the administration of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 School Safety Enhancement (SSE) program, Assistance Listing Number 84.184A, on behalf of the U.S. Department of Education (ED).
2026-11110
The Department of Labor and Department of Education (ED) announce the opportunity to apply for competitive grants for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 for the Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE)--Postsecondary Student Success Grants (PSSG) Program, Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.116M.
2026-11105
On May 29, 2026, the Department of Education (ED) published in the Federal Register a Competition Announcement Notice (CAN) in which the Employment and Training Administration at the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) solicited applications in support of the administration of the FY 2026 American History and Civics Education National Activities (AHC-NA) program, Assistance Listing Number 84.422B, on behalf of ED. This notice corrects an error in that CAN. The CAN published on May 29, 2026, had tw…
2026-10999
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Department is proposing an extension without change of a currently approved information collection request (ICR).
2026-10986
The Secretary announces the annual updates to the tables used in the statutory Federal Need Analysis Methodology (Need Analysis) that determines a student's Student Aid Index (SAI) for award year (AY) 2027-28 for student financial aid programs, Assistance Listing Numbers (ALN) 84.007, 84.033, 84.063, 84.268, and 84.379. The intent of this notice is to alert the financial aid community and the broader public to these required annual updates used in the determination of student aid eligibility.
2026-10998
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Department is proposing an extension without change of a currently approved information collection request (ICR).
2026-10903
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Department is proposing a new information collection request (ICR).
2026-10827
The Department of Education (ED) announces the opportunity to apply for a competitive grant for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Technical Assistance and Dissemination to Improve Services and Results for Children with Disabilities--National Assessment Center competition, Assistance Listing Number 84.326G.
2026-10917
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Department is proposing a new information collection request (ICR).
2026-10646
The Employment and Training Administration at the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is soliciting applications in support of the administration of the Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE)--Rural Postsecondary and Economic Development Grant Program (RPED), Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.116W, on behalf of the U.S. Department of Education (ED).
2026-10817
The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) proposes to revise the Guidance for Federal Financial Assistance to improve government- wide policies and requirements related to the management of grants, cooperative agreements, and other forms of assistance. OMB is proposing revisions that would improve transparency, accountability, and oversight for Federal awards across the Federal Government. This includes ensuring that American tax dollars are not wasted or misused, activities performed under F…
2026-10719
The Employment and Training Administration at the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is soliciting applications in support of the administration of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 American History and Civics Education National Activities (AHC-NA) program, Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.422B, on behalf of the U.S. Department of Education (ED).
2026-10773
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Department is proposing an extension without change of a currently approved information collection request (ICR).
2026-10628
The Employment and Training Administration at the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is soliciting applications in support of the administration of the Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE)--Transitioning Gang-involved Youth to Higher Education Grant Program (TGIY), Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.116Y, on behalf of the U.S. Department of Education (ED).
2026-10632
The Employment and Training Administration at the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is soliciting applications in support of the administration of the Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE)--Open Textbook Pilot Program (OTP), Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.116T, on behalf of the U.S. Department of Education (ED).
2026-10633
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Department is proposing a revision of a currently approved information collection request (ICR).
2026-10623
The Employment and Training Administration at the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), is soliciting applications in support of the administration of the Strengthening Institutions Program, Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.031A, on behalf of the U.S. Department of Education (ED).
2026-10630
The Employment and Training Administration at the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), is soliciting applications in support of the administration of the Training Program for Federal TRIO Programs on behalf of the U.S. Department of Education (ED).
2026-10631
The Employment and Training Administration at the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is soliciting applications in support of the administration of the Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE)--Basic Needs for Postsecondary Students Program, Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.116N, on behalf of the U.S. Department of Education (ED).
2026-10635
The Employment and Training Administration at the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is soliciting applications in support of the administration of the Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE)--Centers of Excellence for Veteran Student Success (CEVSS) Program, Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.116G, on behalf of the U.S. Department of Education (ED).
2026-10634
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Department is proposing an extension without change of a currently approved information collection request (ICR).
2026-10620
The Secretary proposes to waive the requirements in the Education Department General Administrative Regulations that generally prohibit project period extensions involving the obligation of additional Federal funds. The proposed waiver and extension would enable one project under Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.351A to receive funding for one additional period, not to exceed September 30, 2027.
2026-10636
The Employment and Training Administration at the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is soliciting applications in support of the administration of the Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE)--HBCU and TCCU Research and Development Infrastructure (RDI) Grants Program, Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.116H, on behalf of the U.S. Department of Education (ED).
2026-10470
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Department is proposing an extension without change of a currently approved information collection request (ICR).
2026-10435
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Department is proposing a revision of a currently approved information collection request (ICR).
2026-10427
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Department is proposing an extension without change of a currently approved information collection request (ICR).
2026-10428
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Department is proposing a revision of a currently approved information collection request (ICR).
2026-10430
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Department is proposing a reinstatement without change of a previously approved information collection request (ICR).
2026-10347
The Department of Education (Department) announces a final priority and definitions for use in currently authorized discretionary grant programs or programs that may be authorized in the future. The Secretary may choose to use the entire priority for a grant program or a particular competition or use one or more of the priority's component parts. The final priority and definitions augment the initial set of three Secretary's Supplemental Priorities on Evidence-Based Literacy, Educational Choi…
2026-10134
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Department is proposing a revision of a currently approved information collection request (ICR).
2026-10135
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Department is proposing an extension without change of a currently approved information collection request (ICR).
2026-10100
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Department is proposing an extension without change of a currently approved information collection request (ICR).
2026-10058
The Employment and Training Administration at the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is soliciting applications in support of the administration of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 National Professional Development (NPD) program, Assistance Listing Number 84.365Z, on behalf of the U.S. Department of Education (ED).
2026-10115
Pursuant to the Privacy Act of 1974, as amended by the Computer Matching and Privacy Protection Act of 1988 and the Computer Matching and Privacy Protection Amendments of 1990 (Privacy Act), and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) guidance on the conduct of matching programs, notice is hereby given of the re-establishment of the matching program between the U.S. Department of Education (Department or ED) (recipient agency) and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) (source agency). Th…
2026-09988
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Department is proposing an extension without change of a currently approved information collection request (ICR).
2026-09983
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Department is proposing an extension without change of a currently approved information collection request (ICR).
2026-10013
The Secretary of Education (Secretary) amends the regulations governing institutional eligibility, general provisions, and the Federal Pell Grant (Pell Grant) Program under title IV of the Higher Education Act (HEA) of 1965, as amended (the title IV, HEA programs). The final regulations implement statutory changes to the title IV, HEA programs included in the Working Families Tax Cuts Act (WFTCA), signed into law by President Trump on July 4, 2025. In the NPRM, we referenced the WFTCA as the …
2026-09927
The Administration for Children and Families at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is soliciting applications in support of the administration of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Promise Neighborhoods (PN) program, Assistance Listing Number 84.215N, on behalf of the U.S. Department of Education (ED).
2026-09898
The Department of Education (ED) announces the opportunity to apply for competitive grants for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Personnel Preparation of Special Education, Early Intervention, and Related Services Personnel program, Assistance Listing Number 84.325K.
2026-09897
The Department of Education (ED) announces the opportunity to apply for competitive grants for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Expanding Career Pathways and Workforce Readiness of Special Education Teachers and Early Intervention Personnel Through Registered Apprenticeships competition, Assistance Listing Number 84.325J.
2026-09931
The Employment and Training Administration at the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is soliciting applications in support of the administration of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 High School Equivalency Program (HEP), Assistance Listing Number 84.141A, on behalf of the U.S. Department of Education (ED).
2026-09932
The Employment and Training Administration at the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is soliciting applications in support of the administration of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP), Assistance Listing Number 84.149A, on behalf of the U.S. Department of Education (ED).
2026-09716
The Administration for Children and Families at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is soliciting applications in support of the administration of the Ready to Learn Programming program, Assistance Listing Number 84.295A, on behalf of the U.S. Department of Education (ED).
2026-09679
The Secretary announces new tests, test forms, and delivery formats that the Secretary determines to be suitable for use in the National Reporting System for Adult Education (NRS) in accordance with Sec. 462.13. The Secretary also announces an extension of the sunset period for one test with NRS approval that expires on June 20, 2027. The sunset period for this test is extended to June 30, 2028. This notice relates to the approved information collections under OMB control numbers 1830-0027 an…
2026-09449
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Department is proposing a reinstatement without change of a previously approved information collection request (ICR).
2026-09557
The Department of Education (ED) announces the opportunity to apply for competitive grants for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 under the Comprehensive Centers program, Assistance Listing Numbers (ALNs) 84.283B and 84.283D.
2026-09442
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Department is proposing an extension without change of a currently approved information collection request (ICR).
2026-09440
The Employment and Training Administration at the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is soliciting applications in support of the administration of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Career Pathways Exploration (CPE) program, Assistance Listing Number 84.424J, on behalf of the U.S. Department of Education (ED).
2026-09374
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Department is proposing a reinstatement without change of a previously approved information collection request (ICR).
2026-09432
This notice provides information to members of the public on submitting written comments for an accrediting agency currently undergoing review for the purpose of recognition by the Secretary of Education.
2026-09308
The Employment and Training Administration at the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is soliciting applications in support of the administration of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Teacher Quality Partnership Program (TQP), Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.336S, on behalf of the U.S. Department of Education (ED).
2026-09307
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Department is proposing a revision of a currently approved information collection request (ICR).
2026-09198
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Department is proposing a revision of a currently approved information collection request (ICR).
2026-09203
The Department of Education (Department) announces final priorities, requirements, and definitions under the Comprehensive Centers (CC) Program, Assistance Listing Numbers (ALNs) 84.283B and 84.283D. We may use one or more of these priorities, requirements, and definitions for competitions in fiscal year (FY) 2026 and later years. These final priorities, requirements, and definitions are intended to redesign the CC program to better meet its statutory purpose to provide high-quality capacity-…
2026-09111
The Secretary proposes to waive the requirements in the Education Department General Administrative Regulations that generally prohibit the project period exceeding five years and project period extensions involving the obligation of additional Federal funds. The proposed waiver and extension would enable 36 Native American Career and Technical Education (NACTEP) projects under Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.101A, currently in their fifth year, to receive funding for an additional budget …
2026-09110
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Department is proposing an extension without change of a currently approved information collection request (ICR).
2026-08695
The Employment and Training Administration at the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), is soliciting applications in support of the administration of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Competitive Grants for State Assessments (CGSA) program, Assistance Listing Number 84.368A, on behalf of the U.S. Department of Education (ED).
2026-08746
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Department is proposing revision of a currently approved information collection request (ICR).
2026-08571
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Department is proposing a new information collection request (ICR).
2026-08556
The Secretary amends the regulations for the Federal student loan programs authorized under title IV of the Higher Education Act (HEA) of 1965, as amended (the title IV, HEA programs) to implement the statutory changes to the title IV, HEA programs included in Public Law 119-21, the Working Families Tax Cuts Act signed into law by President Trump on July 4, 2025. The Department previously referred to the Working Families Tax Cuts Act as the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," including in the Notic…
2026-08529
The Department of Education (ED) announces the opportunity to apply for competitive grants for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Educational Technology, Media, and Materials for Individuals with Disabilities Program--Accessible Education Video Projects, Assistance Listing Number 84.327C.
2026-08527
The Department of Education (ED) announces the opportunity to apply for a competitive grant for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Educational Technology, Media, and Materials for Individuals with Disabilities Program--National Center for Accessible Education Videos, Assistance Listing Number 84.327N.
2026-08420
The Bureau of Indian Education at the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) is soliciting applications in support of the administration of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 for the State Tribal Education Partnerships (STEP) program, Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.415A, on behalf of the U.S. Department of Education (ED).
2026-08437
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Department is proposing an extension without change of a previously approved information collection request (ICR).
2026-08436
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Department is proposing an extension without change of a currently approved information collection request (ICR).
2026-08336
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Department is proposing an extension without change of a currently approved information collection request (ICR).
2026-08150
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, ED is requesting an extension without change of a currently approved information collection request (ICR).
2026-08113
The Department of Education (ED) announces the opportunity to apply for competitive grants for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 for the Jacob K. Javits Gifted and Talented Students Education Program (Javits), Assistance Listing Number 84.206A.
2026-08100
The Department of Education (ED) and Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announce the opportunity to apply for competitive grants for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 for the Child Care Access Means Parents in Schools (CCAMPIS) Program, Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.335A.
2026-07868
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Department is proposing a reinstatement without change of a currently approved information collection request (ICR).
2026-07801
Pursuant to the Privacy Act of 1974, as amended by the Computer Matching and Privacy Protection Act of 1988, the Computer Matching and Privacy Protection Amendments of 1990, and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) guidance on the conduct of matching programs, notice is hereby given of the re-establishment of the matching program between the U.S. Department of Education (Department), as the recipient agency, and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), as the source agency. This matchin…
2026-07825
In accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974, as amended, the U.S. Department of Education (Department) publishes this notice of a modified system of records entitled "Aid Awareness and Application Processing" (18-11-21). This system maintains information necessary for the Department to process applications for Federal student financial program assistance under title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended (HEA); to perform the responsibilities of the Federal Student Aid (FSA) Ombuds…
2026-07817
In accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974, as amended, the U.S. Department of Education (Department) publishes this notice of a modified system of records entitled the "National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS)" (18-11-06). The information contained in this system is maintained for various purposes relating to aid applicants and recipients. These include determining aid applicants' and recipients' eligibility for Federal student financial assistance under the programs authorized by title IV …
2026-07827
In accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974, as amended, the U.S. Department of Education (Department) publishes this notice of a modified system of records entitled "Common Origination and Disbursement (COD) System" (18-11-02). The information contained in this system is maintained for various purposes relating to aid applicants and recipients including determining their eligibility for Federal student financial assistance under the programs authorized by title IV of the Higher Education Act …
2026-07826
In accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974, as amended (Privacy Act), the U.S. Department of Education (Department) publishes this notice of a modified system of records entitled "Common Services for Borrowers (CSB)" (18-11-16). The information contained in this system is maintained for various purposes relating to aid applicants and recipients, cosigners, and endorsers of loan applications for Federal title IV, Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended (HEA) program funds.
2026-07841
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Department is proposing a revision of a currently approved information collection request (ICR).
2026-07668
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Department is proposing an extension without change of a currently approved information collection request (ICR).
2026-07614
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Department is proposing revision of a currently approved information collection request (ICR).
2026-07626
On April 16, 2026, the U.S. Department of Education published a 60-day comment period notice in the Federal Register with FR DOC# 2026-07410 (91 FR 20419, page 20419-20420) seeking public comment for an information collection entitled, "Private School Universe Survey (PSS) 2025-26 and 2027-28 Data Collections, and 2027-28 PSS Frame Development Activities". The OMB control number listed is incorrect. The correct OMB control number is 1850-0641. The Chief Data Officer, Office of Planning, Evalu…
2026-07666
The Secretary of Education (Secretary) proposes to amend the regulations governing institutional eligibility, general provisions regulations, and the William D. Ford Direct Loan (Direct Loan) Program under title IV of the Higher Education Act (HEA) of 1965, as amended (the title IV, HEA programs). The proposed regulations would implement statutory changes to the title IV, HEA programs included in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB), signed by President Trump on July 4, 2025. The OBBB made n…
2026-07671
The Employment and Training Administration at the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), is soliciting applications in support of the administration of the Expanding Opportunity Through Quality Charter Schools Program (CSP)--Grants to State Entities Program on behalf of the U.S. Department of Education (ED). Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.282A.
2026-07672
The Employment and Training Administration at the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is soliciting applications in support of the administration of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Supporting Effective Educator Development (SEED) program, Assistance Listing Number 84.423A, on behalf of the U.S. Department of Education (ED).
2026-07516
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Department is proposing an extension without change of a currently approved information collection request (ICR).
2026-07515
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Department is proposing a revision of a currently approved information collection request (ICR).
2026-07504
The Secretary proposes to waive the requirements in the Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR) that generally prohibit project period extensions involving the obligation of additional Federal funds. The proposed waiver and extension would enable 39 projects under Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.144F to receive funding for up to two additional 12-month periods, not to exceed September 30, 2028.
2026-07564
The Department of Education (ED) announces the opportunity to apply for competitive grants for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 State Personnel Development Grants program, Assistance Listing Number 84.323A.
2026-07410
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Department is proposing a revision of a currently approved information collection request (ICR).
2026-07452
On April 10, 2026, the Department of Education (ED) published in the Federal Register a Competition Announcement Notice (CAN) in which the Employment and Training Administration at the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) solicited applications in support of the administration of the FY2026 Teacher and School Leader Incentive Program (TSL), Assistance Listing Number 84.374A, on behalf of ED. This notice corrects errors in that CAN. The CAN published on April 10, 2026 established a deadline date of …
2026-07304
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Department is proposing a revision of a currently approved information collection request (ICR).
2026-07306
This notice sets forth the agenda, time, and instructions to access the National Assessment Governing Board's (hereafter referred to as the Board or Governing Board) standing committee meetings and quarterly Governing Board meeting. This notice provides information to members of the public who may be interested in attending the meetings and/or providing written comments related to the work of the Governing Board. The meetings will be held either in person and/or virtually, as noted below. Mem…
2026-07087
The Department of Education (Department) announces one priority and related definitions for use in currently authorized discretionary grant programs or programs that may be authorized in the future. The Secretary may choose to use an entire priority for a grant program or a particular competition or use one or more of the priority's component parts. This priority and definitions augment the initial set of three Secretary's Supplemental Priorities on Evidence- Based Literacy, Educational Choic…
2026-07084
The Department of Education (Department) announces a final priority and definitions for use in currently authorized discretionary grant programs or programs that may be authorized in the future. The Secretary may choose to use the entire priority for a grant program or a particular competition or use one or more of the priority's component parts. This priority and definitions augment the initial set of three Secretary's Supplemental Priorities on Evidence-Based Literacy, Educational Choice, a…
2026-07030
The Employment and Training Administration at U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is soliciting applications in support of the administration of the Innovative Approaches to Literacy (IAL) program, Assistance Listing Number 84.215G, on behalf of the U.S. Department of Education (ED).
2026-07027
The Department of Education (ED) announces the opportunity to apply for competitive grants for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 for the Special Education Parent Information Centers--Community Parent Resource Centers, Assistance Listing Number 84.328C.
2026-07028
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Department is proposing a revision of a currently approved information collection request (ICR).
2026-07029
The Employment and Training Administration at the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is soliciting applications in support of the administration of Teacher and School Leader Incentive Program (TSL), Assistance Listing Number 84.374A, on behalf of the U.S. Department of Education (ED).
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