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Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grants deadline 2026

The current listed application deadline is June 29, 2026. Use this page to verify timing fast, then move into the full grant record for planning, comparison, and drafting.

Agency
Rural Utilities Service
Award range
$50,000 to $750,000
Total funding
$27,000,000
Funding instrument
Grant
CFDA / ALN
10.855
Cost share
Yes

Application Countdown

49
Days
10
Hours
49
Minutes

Use this page as the fast check for timing, then jump into the full grant record for filters, drafting, and comparison.

Quick facts

Opportunity number
Not listed
Last updated
April 30, 2026
Expected awards
100

Deadline summary

Authorized by 7 U.S.C. 950aaa, the DLT Program provides financial assistance to enable and improve distance learning and telemedicine services in rural areas. DLT grant funds support the use of telecommunications-enabled information, audio and video equipment, and related advanced technologies by students, teachers, medical professionals, and rural residents. These grants are intended to increase rural access to education, training, and health care resources that are otherwise unavailable or lim...

Key dates

Posted
April 30, 2026
Deadline
June 29, 2026

Before you apply

Confirm the official submission path and any portal requirements.
Review the close date carefully and account for agency timezone handling.
Validate fit against the listed eligibility groups before investing drafting time.
This program expects about 100 awards, which can help frame competitiveness.

Eligibility snapshot

State governmentsCounty governmentsCity or township governmentsSpecial district governmentsIndependent school districtsPublic and State controlled institutions of higher education