The STRIVE Program funds U.S. higher education institutions to establish international partnerships and programming that prepare undergraduate and graduate students for careers in critical industries. It supports study, internship, apprenticeship, and research abroad activities aligned with U.S. economic and security priorities. The program includes a competitive subaward process and initiatives to foster global academic partnerships through seminars and forums.
Eligible applicants include public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, and nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status other than higher education institutions. Additional eligibility details are provided in the full announcement.