U.S. National Science Foundation funds grant programs in the United States. Browse current and recent funding opportunities below — each listing includes eligibility, funding amounts and deadlines. Grantoria aggregates them for free and updates them regularly.
As of July 2026, Grantoria lists 178 U.S. National Science Foundation Grants — 89 open right now. Award amounts range $5K to $47.5M. The next application deadline is July 21, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.
The Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR) supports the mission of the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) by promoting nationwide scientific progress. Through this program,…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.083⏰ Aug 11, 2026💰
from $8,000,000
Correctness for Scientific Computing Systems (CS2) is a joint program of the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the Department of Energy (DOE). The program addresses challenges…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 81.049⏰ Aug 11, 2026
The Cognitive Neuroscience (CogNeuro) program seeks to fund proposals that can advance our understanding of the neural mechanisms underlying human cognition and behavior. Funded proposals typically…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.075⏰ Aug 17, 2026
The primary objective of the Cultural Anthropology Program is to support fundamental, systematic anthropological research and training to increase understanding of the causes, consequences and complexities…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.075⏰ Aug 17, 2026
The Physical Oceanography Program supports research on a wide range of topics associated with the structure and movement of the ocean, with the way in which…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.050⏰ Aug 17, 2026💰
from $250,000
TheChemical OceanographyProgram supports research into the chemistry of the oceans and the role of the oceans in global geochemical cycles. Areas of interest include chemical composition,…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.050⏰ Aug 17, 2026💰
$200,000 – $2,000,000
The Biological Oceanography Program supports fundamental research in biological oceanography and marine ecologyin environments ranging from estuarine, coastal, and open ocean systems to the deep sea,…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.050⏰ Aug 17, 2026
The Decision, Risk and Management Sciences Program (DRMS) supports scientific research directed at increasing understanding and effectiveness of decision making by individuals, groups, organizations and society.…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.075⏰ Aug 18, 2026
The Decision, Risk and Management Sciences Program (DRMS) supports scientific research directed at increasing understanding and effectiveness of decision making by individuals, groups, organizations and society.…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.075⏰ Aug 18, 2026
The Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program supports active research participation by undergraduate students in any of the areas of research funded by the National Science…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.079⏰ Aug 19, 2026💰
$5,000 – $500,000
The National Science FoundationRobert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program (Noyce)invites innovative proposals that address the critical need for recruiting, preparing, and retaining highly effective elementary and secondary…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.076⏰ Aug 25, 2026💰
$100,000 – $3,250,000
The Methodology, Measurement, and Statistics (MMS) Program is an interdisciplinary program in the Directorate for Social, Behavioral, and Economic Sciences that supports the development of innovative…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.075⏰ Aug 27, 2026
The Tribal Colleges and Universities Program (TCUP) provides awards to federally recognized1 Tribal Colleges and Universities, Alaska Native-serving institutions, and Native Hawaiian-serving institutions to promote high…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.076⏰ Sep 1, 2026💰
$100,000 – $3,500,000
The Pathways to Enable Secure Open-Source Ecosystems (PESOSE) program supports the translation of open-source science and engineering-focused research products into safe and sustainable ecosystems that address…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.084⏰ Sep 1, 2026
Revolutionizing Engineering Departments (hereinafter referred to as RED) is designed to build upon previous efforts in engineering education research. Specifically, previous and ongoing evaluations of the…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.041⏰ Sep 8, 2026💰
$50,000 – $2,000,000
How many u.s. national science foundation grants are available?
Grantoria currently lists 178 u.s. national science foundation grants, of which 89 are open for applications right now. The database is refreshed daily from official federal sources (Grants.gov and SAM.gov).
When is the next deadline?
The next application deadline is July 21, 2026 — about 4 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
Who is eligible for u.s. national science foundation grants?
Eligibility is set by each funding program, but u.s. national science foundation grants in this category most often support: Public University, Private University, Colleges (all higher ed) and Researcher (independent). Check each grant's eligibility summary for the exact applicant types and requirements.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $5K to $47.5M, depending on the program and applicant. Each grant shows its specific funding range where the agency has published one.
Is Grantoria free to use?
Yes — Grantoria is completely free. No account or subscription is required to browse u.s. national science foundation grants, view deadlines and eligibility, or reach the official application.
How do I apply?
Open any grant to see its full profile — eligibility, required documents, deadlines and a direct link to the official application on the funding agency's website. You apply through the federal portal; Grantoria simply helps you find the right opportunity.
