Education Grants for Public University

As of June 2026, Grantoria lists 286 Education Grants for Public University — 122 open right now, across 87 funding agencies. Award amounts range $2K to $142.87M. The next application deadline is June 15, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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286total grants
122open now
87agencies
$2K–$142.87Mfunding range
Jun 15next deadline
CLOSING SOON 6 days left Easy to apply

Public Diplomacy Section Praia: Small Grants Program

As the United States commemorates 250 years of independence through the America250 and Freedom250 initiatives, the U.S. Department of State's U.S. Embassy Praia announces an open…

🏛 U.S. Mission to Cape Verde 📋 CFDA 19.040 ⏰ Jun 19, 2026 💰 $2,000 – $10,000
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OPEN 9 days left Hard to apply

Scholarships for Disadvantaged Students (SDS)

Grant for health professions schools to offer scholarships to students from disadvantaged backgrounds.

🏛 Health Resources and Services Administration 📋 CFDA 93.925 ⏰ Jun 22, 2026 💰 $1 – $650,000
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OPEN 9 days left Hard to apply

Maternal Health Emergency Management Training (MHEMT)

The Maternal Health Emergency Management Training (MHEMT) program will extend the reach and impact of the AIM program by strengthening the capacity of the broader health…

🏛 Health Resources and Services Administration 📋 CFDA 93.688 ⏰ Jun 22, 2026 💰 up to $3,000,000
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Rural Postsecondary and Economic Development Grant Program

The purpose of the RPED Grant Program is to improve rates of postsecondary enrollment, persistence, and completion among rural students through development of career pathways aligned…

🏛 Office of Postsecondary Education 📋 CFDA 84.116 ⏰ Jun 23, 2026 💰 $1,500,000 – $2,500,000
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FY 26 Teacher Quality Partnership (TQP) Program Competition

The Employment and Training Administration at the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is soliciting application in support of the administration of the Teacher Quality Partnership (TQP)…

🏛 Office of Elementary and Secondary Education 📋 CFDA 84.336 ⏰ Jun 23, 2026
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OPEN 10 days left Hard to apply

Rural Health and Safety Education Competitive Grants Program

The Rural Health and Safety Education Program, under ALN 10.516, seeks to foster quality of life in rural communities by providing the essential knowledge necessary for successful…

🏛 National Institute of Food and Agriculture 📋 CFDA 10.516 ⏰ Jun 23, 2026 💰 $350,000 – $350,000
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OPEN 12 days left Hard to apply

Curriculum Development: Western Civilization

The purpose of this program is to support formal education by strengthening the teaching and study of the humanities at institutions of higher education. For 2026,…

🏛 National Endowment for the Humanities 📋 CFDA 45.038 ⏰ Jun 25, 2026 💰 $1 – $750,000
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Landmarks of American History and Culture and Summer Institutes

The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Division of Lifelong Learning is accepting applications for the Landmarks of American History and Culture and Summer Institutes program.…

🏛 National Endowment for the Humanities 📋 CFDA 45.039 ⏰ Jun 25, 2026 💰 $1 – $230,000
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Frequently asked questions

How many education grants for public university are available?
Grantoria currently lists 286 education grants for public university, of which 122 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 June 15, 2026 — about 2 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 $2K 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 public university, 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 Public University

Public universities pursuing education grants face notably low cost-sharing requirements, with only 7% of opportunities demanding institutional matching funds. This favorable financial structure makes education funding particularly accessible for higher-education institutions. 5,929 active grants are currently available in this category, led by major funders including the National Institutes of Health, U.S. National Science Foundation, and Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs.

Most education grants for public universities operate through competitive selection processes, with 89% requiring formal application submission. Award amounts typically range from $300,000 to $750,000 at the median level, supporting capacity building, training, and program initiatives. To refine your search, filter by funding agency to focus on priorities aligned with your institution's research or academic mission.