# Strengthening U.S. Studies in Higher Education in Argentina

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/grants/pds-bue-2026-02-strengthening-u-s-studies-in-higher-education-in/  
Official notice: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/362037

> U.S. Mission to Argentina offered grants of up to $20,000 (at least $10,000) to the applicants described in the notice. It expected to make about 5 awards worth $75,000 in total. Applications closed on June 1, 2026.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | PDS-BUE-2026-02 |
| Agency | U.S. Mission to Argentina |
| Status | Forecast |
| Deadline | June 1, 2026 |
| Award ceiling | $20,000 |
| Award floor | $10,000 |
| Expected awards | 5 |
| Total funding | $75,000 |
| Cost sharing | not required |
| Assistance Listings | 19.040 |

## Who can apply

- Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)

• Not-for-profit organizations, including think-tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations • Public and private educational institutions • Public International Organizations • Governmental institutions

## What the grant funds

Project Background, Goals, and Objectives U.S. Studies programs play a critical role in fostering mutual understanding, strengthening academic collaboration, and advancing informed dialogue on global issues. By providing structured, interdisciplinary insights into U.S. society, governance, history, and culture, these programs equip students and faculty with the tools to engage more effectively with the United States across academic, professional, and policy spheres. In doing so, they contribute to building more resilient, informed, and cooperative international relationships. Despite sustained interest in U.S.-related topics, many institutions face structural and resource-related limitations that hinder the full development of these programs. Outdated curricula may not reflect contemporary developments in U.S. politics, society, or innovation, reducing their relevance and appeal. At the same time, limited access to faculty training and professional development opportunities constrains educators’ ability to deliver high-quality, up-to-date instruction. The absence of strong institutional partnerships further limits exposure to U.S. academic networks, joint research initiatives, and exchange opportunities. Addressing these gaps is essential to ensuring that U.S. Studies programs remain dynamic, relevant, and impactful. Strengthening curricula, investing in faculty capacity, and fostering institutional linkages not only enhances academic quality, but also creates pathways for sustained collaboration, knowledge exchange, and mutual benefit between U.S. and international institutions. Project Audience(s): Primary beneficiaries should include: University faculty in social sciences and humanities. Undergraduate and graduate students. Academic administrators. Applicants should clearly describe participant recruitment and selection, including geographic reach, professional profiles, and expected cohort size. Project Goal: The project goal is to increase the quality, reach, and impact of U.S. Studies programs in higher education. Project Objectives: Applicants should design projects that contribute to the following objectives: Objective 1: Support Argentine universities in hosting at least two U.S.-based experts per institution to deliver guest lectures on contemporary and high-impact topics in U.S. politics, economics, and society. Objective 2: Increase student engagement in U.S.

## Questions people ask

### Is PDS-BUE-2026-02 still open?

No. It closed on June 1, 2026. A newer notice is open: OFOP0002825, closes January 1, 2099 (26353 days left).

### Who can apply for Strengthening U.S. Studies in Higher Education in Argentina?

U.S. Mission to Argentina accepted applications from the applicants described in the notice. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.

### What is the deadline for Strengthening U.S. Studies in Higher Education in Argentina?

Closed June 1, 2026. Applications are no longer accepted; the program's newer notices are on this page when there are any.

### How much funding is available?

Awards of up to $20,000 each. About $75,000 in total across about 5 awards.

### Who has won Public Diplomacy Programs grants before?

The largest recipients over five fiscal years were Miscellaneous Foreign Awardees, Meridian International Center, American Councils for International Education: Actr/Accels, Inc. The program made 13,489 awards worth $358 million in that time.