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) is designed to fulfill the mandate of the National Science Foundation (NSF) to promote scientific progress nationwide. EPSCoR…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.079⏰ Jan 26, 2027💰
$1,000,000 – $1,500,000
Convergence research is a means for solving vexing research problems, in particular, complex problems focusing on societal needs or deep scientific challenges. It entails integrating knowledge,…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.075⏰ Feb 8, 2027💰
$1,200,000 – $3,600,000
NSF-supported science and engineering research increasingly relies on cutting-edge infrastructure. With its Major Research Instrumentation (MRI) program and Major Multi-user Facilities ("Major Facilities") projects, NSF supports…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.079⏰ Feb 8, 2027💰
$4,000,000 – $19,999,999
The Oceanographic Technology and Interdisciplinary Coordination (OTIC) Program supports a broad range of research and technology development activities. Unsolicited proposals are accepted for instrumentation development that…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.050⏰ Feb 15, 2027
The MCA program offers an opportunity for scientists and engineers at the mid-career stage (see restrictions under Additional Eligibility Information) to substantively enhance and advance theirresearch…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.076⏰ Mar 1, 2027
The main goal of the S-STEM program is to enable academically talented, low-income students to pursue successful careers in promising STEM fields. Ultimately, the S-STEM program…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.076⏰ Mar 2, 2027💰
$1,000,000 – $5,000,000
The Coupling, Energetics, and Dynamics of Atmospheric Regions (CEDAR) program supports research to increase our understanding of the behavior of atmospheric regions from the middle atmosphere…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.050⏰ Mar 3, 2027💰
$100,000 – $750,000
The Innovations in Graduate Education (IGE) Program is designed to encourage development and implementation of bold, new, and potentially transformative approaches to STEM graduate education training.…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.076⏰ Mar 25, 2027💰
$300,000 – $1,000,000
The far-reaching impact and rate of innovation in the computer and information science and engineering fields has been remarkable, generating economic prosperity and enhancing the quality…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.070⏰ Mar 31, 2027💰
from $15,000,000
The National Quantum Initiative (NQI) Act1aims to ensure the continuing leadership of the United States (U.S.) in quantum information science and technology. In conformance with the…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.076⏰ Apr 6, 2027
The Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research is designed to fulfill the mandate of the National Science Foundation (NSF) to promote scientific progress nationwide. NSF EPSCoR…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.079⏰ Apr 13, 2027
The FAIROS Program seeks to support a broad range of transformative open science activities including but not limited to i.) Research, education, and socio-technical cyberinfrastructure development capacities that…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.079⏰ Apr 14, 2027
Through this solicitation, the Antarctic Sciences Section (ANT) of the Office of Polar Programs (OPP) funds cutting-edge research that requires logistical support from the U.S. Antarctic…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.050⏰ Jun 1, 2027
Mathematical Sciences Research Institutes are national resources that aim to advance research in the mathematical sciences through programs supporting discovery and dissemination of knowledge in mathematics…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.049⏰ Mar 14, 2029💰
$1,500,000 – $6,500,000
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.
