# Program for Study of Eastern Europe and the Independent States of the Former Soviet Union (19.300)

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Program for Study of Eastern Europe and the Independent States of the Former Soviet Union is run by Department of State. From fiscal 2021 to 2025 it awarded $7.8 million in 32 grants, about $243,858 per award.

## Objectives

Develop, support, and deepen American expertise in the countries of Eastern Europe and the independent states of the former Soviet Union; Develop American proficiency in the critical languages of Eastern Europe and the independent states of the former Soviet Union; Bring regional and foreign language expertise to the service of the U.S. government and contribute to U.S. knowledge and national capability, and advance U.S. foreign policy goals and foster international collaboration and understanding.

## Funding by fiscal year

| Year | Amount | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $2.0 million | 8 |
| 2022 | $2.0 million | 9 |
| 2023 | $2.0 million | 8 |
| 2024 | $1.8 million | 8 |
| 2025 | $63,673 | 1 |

## Largest recipients

| Recipient | State | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Councils for International Education: Actr/Accels, Inc. | District of Columbia | $2.1 million |
| University of Illinois | Illinois | $1.1 million |
| Arizona State University | Arizona | $1.1 million |
| Trustees of Indiana University | Indiana | $1.0 million |
| National Council for Eurasian & East European Research | District of Columbia | $910,693 |
| Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars | District of Columbia | $636,405 |
| University of Wisconsin System | Wisconsin | $513,535 |
| Middle East Institute | District of Columbia | $455,346 |