U.S. National Science Foundation Grants

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.

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178total grants
89open now
1agency
$5K–$47.5Mfunding range
Jul 21next deadline
OPEN 53 days left Hard to apply

U.S. National Science Foundation Research Traineeship (NRT) Program

The NSF Research Traineeship (NRT) program seeks proposals that explore ways for graduate students in research-based master’s and doctoral degree programs to develop the skills, knowledge,…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.049 ⏰ Sep 8, 2026 💰 $2,000,000 – $3,000,000
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Probability

The Probability Program supports research on the theory and applications of probability. Subfields include discrete probability, stochastic processes, limit theory, interacting particle systems, stochastic differential and…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.049 ⏰ Sep 15, 2026
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Foundations

The program in Foundations supports research in mathematical logic and the foundations of mathematics, including proof theory, recursion theory, model theory, set theory, and infinitary combinatorics.…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.049 ⏰ Sep 22, 2026
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Combinatorics

The Combinatorics program supports research on discrete structures and includes algebraic, enumerative, existential, extremal, geometric, and probabilistic combinatorics, including graph theory. Conferences Principal Investigators should carefully…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.049 ⏰ Sep 22, 2026
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Security, Privacy, and Trust in Cyberspace

Our world is at a pivotal moment where the boundaries dividing the physical and social worlds from the cyber world have become blurred. Cyberspace has evolved…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.075 ⏰ Sep 28, 2026 💰 $50,000 – $1,200,000
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Postdoctoral Research Fellowships in Biology

The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Biological Research has the potential to pave the way for breakthroughs in biotechnology and bio-system design that will create…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.074 ⏰ Sep 29, 2026 💰 from $220,000
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Division of Chemistry: Disciplinary Research Programs

This solicitation applies to six (of the nine) CHE Disciplinary Research Programs: Chemical Catalysis (CAT); Chemical Measurement and Imaging (CMI); Chemical Mechanism, Function and Properties (CMFP);…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.049 ⏰ Sep 30, 2026
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Analysis

The Analysis Program supports research in analysis. Areas of current activity include complex, harmonic, and real analysis; dynamical systems and ergodic theory; functional analysis; mathematical physics;…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.049 ⏰ Sep 30, 2026
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EDU Core Research

The EDU Core Research (ECR) program offers this ECR:Core solicitation and invites proposals for fundamental research (curiosity-driven basic research and use-inspired basic research) that contributes to…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.076 ⏰ Oct 1, 2026 💰 $500,000 – $2,500,000
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Advanced Technological Education

With a focus on two-year Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs), the Advanced Technological Education (ATE) program supports the education of technicians for the high-technology fields that…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.076 ⏰ Oct 1, 2026 💰 $475,000 – $7,500,000
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Frequently asked questions

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.
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How do I apply?
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