U.S. Department of Education
General Contact Information
- Website
- www.ed.gov/
- Toll Free
- 800-872-5327
400 Maryland Avenue, SW
Washington,
DC
20202
Who We Are
ED's mission is to promote student achievement and preparation for global competitiveness by fostering educational excellence and ensuring equal access. ED was created in 1980 by combining offices from several federal agencies. ED's 4,400 employees and $68 billion budget are dedicated to:
- Establishing policies on federal financial aid for education, and distributing as well as monitoring those funds.
- Collecting data on America's schools and disseminating research.
- Focusing national attention on key educational issues.
- Prohibiting discrimination and ensuring equal access to education.
Who We Serve
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| Is this organization accessible by wheelchair? | Yes |
| Does this organization provide access for the hearing impaired? | Yes |
Type of Help
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Last Review and Update: Aug 11, 2022