Grants for Colleges (all higher ed)

As of July 2026, Grantoria lists 699 Grants for Colleges (all higher ed) — 267 open right now, across 146 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1K to $550M. The next application deadline is July 20, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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699total grants
267open now
146agencies
$1K–$550Mfunding range
Jul 20next deadline
CLOSING SOON 🔥 Closing today Hard to apply

FY 2026 Youth Ambassadors Programs

The Office of Citizen Exchanges, Youth Programs Division of the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) is pleased to announce an open competition for the…

🏛 Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs 📋 CFDA 19.415 ⏰ Jul 17, 2026 💰 $300,000 – $2,100,000
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CLOSING SOON 🔥 Closing today Hard to apply

Public Health Training Centers (PHTC) Program

​​The Public Health Training Center (PHTC) Program aims to increase the knowledge of the public health workforce through traineeships, specialized training and professional development in partnership…

🏛 Health Resources and Services Administration 📋 CFDA 93.516 ⏰ Jul 17, 2026 💰 $1 – $910,000
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CLOSING SOON 3 days left Moderate to apply

Food and Agriculture Service Learning Program (FASLP)

The purpose of FASLP (Assistance Listing 10.522) is to increase knowledge of agriculture and improve the nutritional health of children.

🏛 National Institute of Food and Agriculture-eRA 📋 CFDA 10.522 ⏰ Jul 20, 2026 💰 $200,000 – $230,000
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CLOSING SOON 3 days left Hard to apply

Housing Policy Research Grant Notice of Funding Opportunity

The Housing Policy Research Grant Notice of Funding Opportunity provides competitive awards to eligible applicants, including institutions of higher education, nonprofit, and for-profit institutions. Awards made…

🏛 Department of Housing and Urban Development 📋 CFDA 14.536 ⏰ Jul 20, 2026 💰 $100,000 – $1,500,000
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CLOSING SOON 5 days left Hard to apply

Faculty Early Career Development Program

CAREER:The Faculty Early Career Development (CAREER) Program is a Foundation-wide activity that offers the National Science Foundation's most prestigious awards in support of early-career faculty who…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.079 ⏰ Jul 22, 2026 💰 from $400,000
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Frequently asked questions

How many grants for colleges (all higher ed) are available?
Grantoria currently lists 699 grants for colleges (all higher ed), of which 267 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 20, 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 699 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.