Open Textbook Pilot Program
Office of Postsecondary Education
About This Grant
The Employment and Training Administration at the U.S. Department of Labor (Labor) is soliciting applications in support of the administration of the Open Textbook Pilot Program (OTP) on behalf of the U.S. Department of Education (ED) and the Secretary of Education (Secretary). The purpose of the OTP program is to support projects at eligible institutions of higher education (IHEs) or State higher education agencies that create new open textbooks and expand the use of open textbooks and course materials in courses that are part of a degree-granting program, particularly those with high enrollments. This pilot program emphasizes the development of projects that demonstrate the greatest potential to achieve the highest level of savings for students through sustainable, expanded use of open textbooks in high-enrollment courses or in programs that prepare individuals for in-demand fields.
Grant Summary
Open Textbook Pilot Program is a Office of Postsecondary Education grant providing $1.5M to $2M for university. Applications are due 2026-06-23 (closing today). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
Focus Areas
Eligibility
How to Apply
$1.5M–$2M
2026-06-23
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for Open Textbook Pilot Program from Office of Postsecondary Education, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to Office of Postsecondary Education before the deadline.
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Open Textbook Pilot Program: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Open Textbook Pilot Program?
Open Textbook Pilot Program is offered by Office of Postsecondary Education and is generally open to university. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.
How much funding does the Open Textbook Pilot Program provide?
Open Textbook Pilot Program provides between $1.5M and $2M per award from Office of Postsecondary Education. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.
When is the Open Textbook Pilot Program deadline?
Applications for Open Textbook Pilot Program are due 2026-06-23 (closing today). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, Office of Postsecondary Education, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the Open Textbook Pilot Program?
To apply for Open Textbook Pilot Program, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from Office of Postsecondary Education.