Grants for Colleges (all higher ed)

As of September 2026, Grantoria lists 775 Grants for Colleges (all higher ed) — 262 open right now, across 171 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1K to $550M. The next application deadline is September 7, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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775total grants
262open now
171agencies
$1K–$550Mfunding range
Sep 7next deadline
CLOSING SOON 7 days left Hard to apply

U.S. Mission Iraq EducationUSA Roadshow

The EducationUSA AI Roadshow brings U.S. higher education experts to Iraq, showcasing U.S. artificial intelligence programs to attract international students and to build partnerships between universities…

🏛 U.S. Mission to Iraq 📋 CFDA 19.021 ⏰ Sep 11, 2026 💰 $185,000 – $200,000
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OPEN 9 days left Hard to apply

Countering CCP Influence in Panama’s Unviersities

Panama’s universities have become an increasingly important arena for strategic competition.  The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has expanded its influence through Confucius Institutes, academic exchanges, research partnerships,…

🏛 U.S. Mission to Panama 📋 CFDA 19.040 ⏰ Sep 13, 2026 💰 $25,000 – $150,000
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OPEN 10 days left Hard to apply

DoW Neurofibromatosis Research Academy – Leadership Award

Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Neurofibromatosis Research Program (NFRP) Neurofibromatosis Research Academy – Leadership Award (NFRALA) supports visionary, established neurofibromatosis (NF) investigators with documented history…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Sep 14, 2026
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OPEN 11 days left Moderate to apply

Pacific Disaster Center

On behalf of the Office of the Secretary of War/Office of the Under Secretary of War for Acquisition and Sustainment (OUSW(A&S)) and the Office of the…

🏛 Washington Headquarters Services 📋 CFDA 12.019 ⏰ Sep 15, 2026
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OPEN 12 days left Hard to apply

Scholarly Editions and Translations

The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Division of Research is accepting applications for the Scholarly Editions and Translations program. The purpose of this program is…

🏛 National Endowment for the Humanities 📋 CFDA 45.040 ⏰ Sep 16, 2026 💰 $1 – $1,000,000
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Frequently asked questions

How many grants for colleges (all higher ed) are available?
Grantoria currently lists 775 grants for colleges (all higher ed), of which 262 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 September 7, 2026 — about 3 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 $1K to $550M, 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 grants for colleges (all higher ed), 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 grants for Colleges (all higher ed)

Colleges and universities across the country access substantial federal funding through research and institutional development grants. With 775 active grants listed in this category, institutions can pursue opportunities from top funders including the National Institutes of Health and the U.S. National Science Foundation. These agencies support a wide range of higher education priorities and institutional goals.

Most college grants fall between $150,000 and $750,000, with 88% requiring competitive applications. First-generation students, low-income populations, and individuals with disabilities are frequent beneficiaries. Common funding focuses include cancer research, education, and public health initiatives. Filtering by support type, demographic focus, and industry can help institutions identify their best-fit opportunities.