Rice Capital Access Program, LLC, located at 191 Peachtree Center Ave, Suite 3300, Atlanta, GA 30303, serves as the Designated Bonding Authority for the U.S. Department of Education’s Historically Black College and University (HBCU) Capital Financing Program. This initiative offers low-cost financing to HBCUs for essential infrastructure projects, including the construction and renovation of educational facilities, dormitories, and research centers. By facilitating access to affordable capital, Rice Capital Access supports HBCUs in enhancing their campuses and academic environments. Since 2009, the firm has facilitated 60 direct loans totaling $2.8 billion, demonstrating its commitment to advancing educational opportunities for African American students. As a subsidiary of Rice Financial Products Company, Rice Capital Access benefits from extensive experience in municipal bond underwriting and education finance.