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The Department of Education was established by the Department of Education Organization Act (Pub. L. 96-88) of October 17, 1979. The U.S. Department of Education is the agency of the federal government that establishes policy for, administers and coordinates most federal assistance to education. It assists the president in executing his education policies for the nation and in implementing laws enacted by Congress. The Department's mission is to serve America's students—to promote student achievement and preparation for global competitiveness by fostering educational excellence and ensuring equal access.
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$11.9B
Spending on record
~2,296
Personnel (FTE)
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Top contractors and grant recipients
| Recipient | Type | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACCENTURE FEDERAL SERVICES LLC | contract | $2.4B | FY2026 |
| DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION CALIFORNIA | grant | $1.7B | FY2026 |
| NELNET SERVICING LLC | contract | $1.6B | FY2026 |
| MAXIMUS EDUCATION LLC | contract | $1.3B | FY2026 |
| TX EDUCATION AGENCY | grant | $967.2M | FY2026 |
| FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION | grant | $929.4M | FY2026 |
| MAXIMUS FEDERAL SERVICES, INC. | contract | $906.9M | FY2026 |
| MISSOURI HIGHER EDUCATION LOAN AUTHORITY | contract | $883.9M | FY2026 |
| EDFINANCIAL SERVICES LLC | contract | $663.1M | FY2026 |
| GREAT LAKES EDUCATIONAL LOAN SERVICES, INC | contract | $600.2M | FY2026 |
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