Quad Cities Graduate Study Center Grant

Quad Cities Graduate Study Center Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO)
Amount: US $73,800
Last Updated: August 06, 2025

Summary

The Quad Cities Graduate Study Center, established in 1969, is a collaborative academic initiative supported by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity. It aims to enhance access to over 100 graduate programs offered by five member institutions, fostering local economic development and educational advancement. By connecting business, government, and education, the center plays a crucial role in strengthening the region's workforce and promoting innovative solutions for economic growth.

Overview

Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity The mission of the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is to create equitable economic opportunities across the State of Illinois. By attracting and supporting major job creators, investing in communities, strengthening Illinois’ world-class workforce, fostering innovation, and ushering in the new clean energy economy, DCEO works to fortify Illinois’ reputation as a global economic powerhouse while ensuring Illinois is the best state to live, work and do business. Quad Cities Graduate Study Center Description The Quad Cities Graduate Study Center (GradCenter) is an academic consortium that was founded in 1969 by members of the business, government, and education communities to increase access to high quality graduate-level programming and foster local economic growth. Today, the GradCenter is affiliated with 5 member institutions that offer over 100 graduate (MA, MS, Ed.S, Ed.D, DBA, and Ph.D) programs. Awarding Agency Name: Board Of Higher Education. Expected Number of Awards: 1

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Eligibility Type: PublicApplicant Eligibility Information: Quad-Cities Graduate Study Center GATA ID: 685102