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Higher Education Capital Improvement Fund (CIF) is sponsored by New Jersey Office of the Secretary of Higher Education. Provides grants for the renewal, renovation, improvement, expansion, construction, and reconstruction of facilities and technology infrastructure at four-year public and private nonprofit institutions eligible for state aid.
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Office of the Secretary of Higher Education - Fall 2025 Cycle for Higher Education Capital Facilities Grant Office of the Secretary of Higher Education Notice for Applicant to Review Solicitation Addendums Please be advised that the institution must review the first and second addendums to the solicitation posted in the Eligibility and Guidelines section of this page.
Please note the Budget/Sources of Funds Template has been updated as of September 15, 2025. Fall 2025 Cycle for Higher Education Capital Facilities Grant The Office of the Secretary of Higher Education (OSHE) is responsible for the process to award $50 million committed in the FY26 State Budget for higher education capital facilities to New Jersey City University ("NJCU").
For the Fall 2025 Cycle, NJCU, the only eligible institution, will be funded from two of the revolving state-backed bond programs - $1,142,675. 12 will be available from the Higher Education Capital Improvement Fund (CIF) and $4,456,024. 20 will be available from the Higher Education Facilities Trust (HEFT).
These bond programs were formed to support higher education capital facilities projects. OSHE has determined that priority will be given to projects which address emergent "deferred maintenance" needs. December 1-5 (due by 12 p.
m.) Technical Assistance Materials Available Question & Answer Responses Available Notice of Grant Availability published in NJ Register All applications due by 12:00 p. m.
EDT The application period is now closed. The application period is open as of September 10, 2025 and will close on September 22, 2025 at 4 p. m.
Eastern Prevailing Time. Applications must be completed and submitted via the application portal below by this deadline. Before submitting, please ensure to review all eligibility guidelines and application materials, including addendums to the solicitation.
Download a Budget Template (revised 9. 15. 25) Come back on September 10, 2025 when the online application opens.
Eligibility and Guidelines Projects must address capital needs such as renovations, new construction, infrastructure improvements, or deferred maintenance that supports student success and campus safety. For full eligibility requirements, allowable uses, and application procedures, please review the official program documents below. This is a joint solicitation for Applications for the Fall 2025 Cycle of the CIF and HEFT Programs.
The eligible institution must submit an application for an eligible project(s) in order to be considered for grant funding, according to the guidelines and information in this document.
Fall 2025 Joint Solicitation for Grant Applications Legal Disclaimer for Resolution Templates 4 Yr Institution Sample Resolution #1 Authorizing CIF and HEFT 4 Yr Institution Sample Resolution #2 Authorizing HEFT only 4 Yr Institution Sample Resolution #3 Authorizing CIF only County College Sample Resolution Higher Education Capital Improvement Fund (CIF): The purpose of CIF is to provide grants for the cost, or a portion of the cost, of the renewal, renovation, improvement, expansion, construction, and reconstruction of facilities and technology infrastructure.
Rules and Procedures for Implementing the Higher Education Capital Improvement Fund (CIF) Higher Education Capital Improvement Fund (CIF) Act Notice of Funding Availability Higher Education Facilities Trust Fund (HEFT): The purpose of HEFT is to provide grants for the cost, or a portion of the cost, of the construction, reconstruction, development, extension, and improvement of instructional, laboratory, communication, and research facilities.
Rules and Procedures for Implementing the Higher Education Facilities Trust (HEFT) Fund Higher Education Facilities Trust (HEFT) Fund Act Notice of Funding Availability Application Materials & Resources Fall 2025 Joint Solicitation for Grant Applications Fall 2025 Grant Application Budget/Sources of Funds Template Question and Answer Documentation Legal Disclaimer for Resolution Templates 4 Yr Institution Sample Resolution #1 Authorizing CIF and HEFT 4 Yr Institution Sample Resolution #2 Authorizing HEFT only 4 Yr Institution Sample Resolution #3 Authorizing CIF only County College Sample Resolution Last Updated: Monday, 04/13/26
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Four-year public and private nonprofit institutions eligible to receive state aid; county colleges are not eligible. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $550 million authorized. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was December 16, 2025, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Higher Education Capital Improvement Fund (CIF) is funded by New Jersey Office of the Secretary of Higher Education. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in New Jersey. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Start with the full solicitation document linked on this page — it contains the submission instructions and required forms.
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