Perkins Basic Grant Program

Perkins V aims to enhance the academic knowledge, technical skills, and employability of students in postsecondary education who enroll in career and technical education (CTE) programs and programs of study. It challenges institutions to enhance their programs, preparing individuals for the demands of a technologically advanced society.

Perkins funding is designed to support the improvement of CTE programs, enhance program quality, and strengthen institutions’ efforts in preparing CTE participants for successful careers.

Additional Funding: Funds are accessible via the Perkins State Leadership Grant to bolster initiatives aimed at enhancing Career and Technical Education (CTE) in Texas. This support is provided through the Field Based Innovation Program (FIP) and Perkins Excellence in Access Opportunity Program (PEAOP) grant programs.

FY 2024 (2023-2024) Application Information (Current)

Perkins Basic RFA (2023-2024)Perkins Basic Grant Application Cover Page (2023-2024)Budget Email Notification FormEquipment Disposition FormIndirect Cost EstimatorPerkins PortalWhen to Amend Perkins Application/Budget

FY 2025 (2024-2025) Application Information (Future)

Equipment Disposition FormIndirect Cost EstimatorLocal "Basic" Application QuestionsPerkins Data ResourcesPerkins PortalWhen to Amend Perkins Application/Budget

Application Cover Page and Certification Forms

Please submit your application cover page and all required certification forms here.

FY 2025 Application Cover PageCertification of Compliance with Section 504Certification Debarment and Suspension (Reference Only)Certification Regarding LobbyingFederal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (FFATA) Certification

General Information

OverviewPerkins V Administrative ManualPerkins Allowable Cost GuidePerkins Budget Planning GuidePerkins Equipment Inventory GuidePerkins Funding and Reporting CyclePerkins V LegislationUniform Grants Guidance (UGG)

Contact

Carl D. Perkins Information

Inquiries regarding the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act should be directed to your Grant Advisor.

Email Grant Advisor

Carl D. Perkins Fiscal Information

Inquiries regarding Basic fiscal information (budget/equipment inquiries) should be directed to the fiscal lead.

Email Tanisha Shorter-Lott