As of October 2026, Grantoria lists 38 Education Grants for First-generation Americans — 12 open right now, across 17 funding agencies. Award amounts range $2.5K to $142.87M. The next application deadline is January 7, 2027. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.
The NIH Research Education Program (R25) supports research education activities in the mission areas of the NIH. The over-arching goal of this NCI R25 program is…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.398⏰ Jan 7, 2027💰
up to $300,000
The NIH Research Education Program (R25) supports research education activities in the mission areas of the NIH. The over-arching goal of this R25 program is to…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.853⏰ May 7, 2027
The purpose of the Mentored Quantitative Research Career Development Award (K25) is to attract to NIH-relevant research those investigators whose quantitative science and engineering research has…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.121⏰ May 7, 2027
The NIH Research Education Program (R25) supports research education activities in the mission areas of the NIH. The overarching goal of this R25 program is to…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.350⏰ May 28, 2027
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 47.075⏰ Aug 18, 2027💰
$5,000 – $500,000
The purpose of this notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) is to encourage community-engaged research that broadens the conceptualization of qualities of the environment that can support…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.865⏰ Sep 7, 2027
The purpose of this Academic Research Enhancement Award (AREA) for Undergraduate-Focused Institutionsis to support small scale research grants at institutions that do not receive substantial funding…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.855⏰ Jan 7, 2028💰
up to $375,000
The purpose of this Academic Research Enhancement Award (AREA) for Undergraduate-Focused Institutions is to support small scale research grants at institutions that do not receive substantial…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.396⏰ Jan 7, 2028
The purpose of the Research Enhancement Award Program (REAP) for Health Professional Schools and Graduate Schools is to stimulate basic and clinical research in educational institutions…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.839⏰ Jan 7, 2028💰
up to $375,000
The goal of the Institutional Biomedical Undergraduate Research Training (BURT) program is to strengthen research training environments and develop a pool of well-trained students who:Complete their…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.859⏰ Sep 25, 2028
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) Research Education Program supports research education activities in the mission areas of the NIH. The overarching goal of the Research Education…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.859⏰ May 5, 2029
The Professional Formation of Engineers (PFE) initiative integrates engineering research and education to improve and expand the nation’s engineering workforce. PFE is defined as the formal…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.041⏰ Oct 6, 2076
How many education grants for first-generation americans are available?
Grantoria currently lists 38 education grants for first-generation americans, of which 12 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 January 7, 2027 — about 80 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $2.5K to $142.87M, 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 education grants for first-generation americans, 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.
About Education Grants for First-generation Americans
Education programs serving first-generation students—from college preparation and mentorship initiatives to workforce training and retention support—make up a focused funding category. 7,368 active grants support this work, with the National Institutes of Health, Office of Elementary and Secondary Education, and Health Resources and Services Administration leading investment in capacity building, training, and program delivery for this population.
Most awards fall between $180,000 and $500,000 and use competitive application processes, with 88% requiring full competition. Cost-sharing obligations affect only 12% of grants in this set. To narrow your search effectively, filter by support type—isolating "Training" or "Capacity Building" grants will surface programs most directly aligned with student advancement.
