The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) Office of University Programs (OUP) streamlines access to the expertise of the nation’s colleges and universities by providing innovative research, development and education to address pressing homeland security needs. View the OUP fact sheet to learn more.
Centers of Excellence
OUP Harnesses the Intellectual Power of America's Universities
The Centers of Excellence engage experts within multidisciplinary academic consortia to conduct groundbreaking research on threats facing the homeland.
Career Development
OUP offers a number of opportunities for engagement, including internships and fellowships for undergraduate and graduate students and fellowships for graduate students and early faculty.
DHS Centers of Excellence issue requests for information and calls for proposals on topics of importance to the homeland security mission. Continue to visit S&T's Funding and Partnership Opportunities page to view current announcements and OUP's Career Development page.