Bard High School Early College Baltimore Grant FY26

Background
The Bard High School Early College Baltimore Grant is administered by the Maryland State Department of Education, providing an annual appropriation of $300,000 to support Bard High School Early College Baltimore (Bard Baltimore). This institution aims to offer high school-age students, especially from low-income and historically underrepresented communities, a tuition-free college program in liberal arts and sciences.

Bard Baltimore is part of a national network of Bard Early College campuses serving approximately 3,000 students across various cities.

Work Details
The grant supports Bard Baltimore's operations, allowing students to earn 60 transferable college credits and an Associate of Arts degree from Bard College alongside their high school diploma. The funding can be utilized for operating expenses related to program implementation, including:

- Salaries
- Stipends
- Consultant fees
- Registration fees
- Materials for curriculum development
- Transportation for work-based learning activities
- Administrative costs not exceeding 5% of the total grant.

Funds cannot be used for supplanting existing program funds, capital improvements, gift cards, office furniture and equipment purchases, or construction.

Period of Performance
The grant period is from July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026.

Place of Performance
The contract will be performed at Bard High School Early College Baltimore located at 200 West Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21201.

Bidder Requirements
Eligibility for this funding opportunity is specifically designed for Bard High School Early College Baltimore. Proposals must include a completed Proposal Cover Page signed by the Superintendent of Schools or Head of Grantee Agency.