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
OPEN 10 days left Hard to apply

Mental Health Awareness Training Grants

The purpose of this program is to facilitate the implementation of mental health awareness and literacy training.  

🏛 Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis 📋 CFDA 93.532 ⏰ Jul 27, 2026
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OPEN 12 days left Hard to apply

National Ombudsman Resource Center

ACL plans to compete a new cooperative agreement for one (1) award to operate the National Long-Term Care Ombudsman Resource Center (NORC). The purpose of NORC…

🏛 Administration for Community Living 📋 CFDA 93.048 ⏰ Jul 29, 2026 💰 $516,407 – $520,000
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OPEN 13 days left Hard to apply

DoW Peer Reviewed Medical, Research Advancement Award

Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Peer Reviewed Medical Research Program (PRMRP) Research Advancement Award supports fundamental research studies that will make an important contribution towards…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Jul 30, 2026
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OPEN 13 days left Hard to apply

DoW Peer Reviewed Medical, Discovery Award

Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Peer Reviewed Medical Research Program (PRMRP) Discovery Award supports novel, untested, high-risk, high-reward research projects with the potential to provide…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Jul 30, 2026
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OPEN 14 days left Hard to apply

Laying Hen and Turkey Research Program

The LHTR program, under assistance listing number 10.245, will support one research project for improving the efficiency and sustainability of laying hen and turkey production through…

🏛 National Institute of Food and Agriculture 📋 CFDA 10.245 ⏰ Jul 31, 2026 💰 $440,115 – $440,115
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OPEN 14 days left Hard to apply

CDBG 2024 Disaster Recovery – Buyout

Purpose This grant program is designed to help local jurisdictions move forward with critical infrastructure and recovery efforts following a disaster. FEMA requires state and local…

🏛 Iowa Economic Development Authority ⏰ Jul 31, 2026
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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.