Intelligence Community Centers For Academic Excellence

Background
The Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) oversees and directs the implementation of the National Intelligence Program and is responsible for managing the IC Centers for Academic Excellence (CAE) Program. The IC CAE Program is a congressionally mandated program designed to promote the acquisition of competitive talent in line with the U.S. IC’s Human Capital Vision 2020. It aims to increase awareness of the IC mission and culture throughout ethnically and geographically diverse communities.

Grant Details
The grant opportunity, titled 'Intelligence Community Centers For Academic Excellence', requires applicants to submit a complete application as described in the Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA). The application must include proof of active System for Award Management (SAM) registration, three volumes submitted in a single zip file labeled according to specific guidelines, and various documents demonstrating understanding of the IC mission, goals, and objectives. The lead institution must be regionally accredited and provide post-secondary courses of study. It should also be an MSI or Underrepresented Institution or part of a consortium model comprised of MSI/Underrepresented Institutions. Additionally, the Principal Investigator (PI) and other key personnel must meet specific eligibility criteria, including being U.S. citizens and employees of the lead institution or consortium entity.

Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for this grant opportunity, the lead institution must be regionally accredited and provide post-secondary courses of study. It should also be an MSI or Underrepresented Institution or part of a consortium model comprised of MSI/Underrepresented Institutions. The PI and other key personnel must be U.S. citizens and employees of the lead institution or consortium entity.

Grant Value
The total value of the grant is not explicitly provided in the document.