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 October 2026, Grantoria lists 217 U.S. National Science Foundation Grants — 113 open right now. Award amounts range $5K to $47.5M. The next application deadline is October 27, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.
The Research in Undergraduate Institutions (RUI) and Research Opportunity Awards (ROA) funding opportunities support research by faculty members at predominantly undergraduate institutions (PUIs). RUI proposals support…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.076⏰ Oct 14, 2076
The Sociology Program supports basic research on all forms of human social organization— societies, institutions, groups and demography— and processes of individual and institutional change. The…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.075⏰ Oct 15, 2076
The Economics program supports research designed to improve the understanding of the processes and institutions of the U.S. economy and of the world system of which…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.075⏰ Oct 15, 2076
Organizations -- private and public, established and entrepreneurial, designed and emergent, formal and informal, profit and nonprofit -- are critical to the well-being of nations and…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.075⏰ Oct 15, 2076
The Security and Preparedness (SAP) Programsupports basic scientific research that advances knowledge and understanding of issues broadly related to global and national security. Research proposals are…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.075⏰ Oct 15, 2076
The Accountable Institutions and Behavior (AIB) Program supports basicscientific research that advances knowledge and understanding of issues broadly related to attitudes, behavior, and institutions connected to…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.075⏰ Oct 15, 2076
The Law & Science Program considers proposals that address social scientific studies of law and law-like systems of rules, as wellas studies of how science and…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.075⏰ Oct 15, 2076
The Science of Science:Discovery, Communication and Impact (SoS:DCI) program is designed to advance theory and knowledge about increasing the public value of scientific activity. Science of…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.075⏰ Oct 15, 2076
The purpose of the Mathematical Sciences Postdoctoral Research Fellowships (MSPRF) is to support future leaders in mathematics and statistics by facilitating their participation in postdoctoral research…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.049⏰ Oct 21, 2026💰
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How many u.s. national science foundation grants are available?
Grantoria currently lists 217 u.s. national science foundation grants, of which 113 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 October 27, 2026 — about 5 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 Community College. 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.
