Dwight David Eisenhower Transportation Fellowship

The DDETFP Local Competition grant, offered by the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), aims to encourage students attending Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs) and community colleges to pursue transportation-related careers. Funded institutions administer local fellowship programs, providing financial support and mentorship to students pursuing associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees in transportation fields.

Sponsor:
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)

Eligibility:

• Accredited institutions designated as Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs) or community colleges located within the United States or its territories.
• Institutions must demonstrate experience in administering fellowship programs and supporting transportation-related education.

Benefits:

• Receive funding to administer a local DDETFP competition: institutions select and award fellowships to eligible students based on academic merit, transportation career aspirations, and commitment to serving underrepresented communities.
• Contribute to diversifying the transportation workforce: fostering interest in transportation careers among students from underrepresented backgrounds strengthens the industry’s talent pool and promotes innovation.
• Enhance institutional reputation: participating institutions gain national recognition for their commitment to transportation education and diversity initiatives.

Deadline:

Mar 15, 2024.