Grants for Private University

As of July 2026, Grantoria lists 1,534 Grants for Private University — 863 open right now, across 166 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1K to $2.04B. The next application deadline is July 20, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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1,534total grants
863open now
166agencies
$1K–$2.04Bfunding range
Jul 20next deadline
OPEN 27 days left Hard to apply

Global Digital Threat Lab

Freedom of expression online faces threats globally from authoritarian governments employing sophisticated technology to restrict speech, control the flow of information, and chill dissenting voices. These…

🏛 Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor 📋 CFDA 19.345 ⏰ Aug 13, 2026 💰 $2,960,039 – $2,960,039
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OPEN 27 days left Hard to apply

Global Digital Threat Lab

Freedom of expression online faces threats globally from authoritarian governments employing sophisticated technology to restrict speech, control the flow of information, and chill dissenting voices. These…

🏛 Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor 📋 CFDA 19.345 ⏰ Aug 13, 2026 💰 $2,960,039 – $2,960,039
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OPEN 27 days left Hard to apply

EARLY STAGE INNOVATIONS (ESI26)

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Headquarters has released the solicitation Early Stage Innovations (ESI), as an appendix to the Research and Technology Mission Directorate…

🏛 NASA Headquarters 📋 CFDA 43.012 ⏰ Aug 13, 2026 💰 up to $750,000
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DoW Multiple Sclerosis Investigator-Initiated Research Award

Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Multiple Sclerosis Research Program (MSRP) Investigator-Initiated Research Award (IIRA) supports highly rigorous, high-impact research projects that have the potential to…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Aug 13, 2026
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OPEN 28 days left Hard to apply

Public Diplomacy Bujumbura Small Grants Program

The U.S. Department of State’s Embassy Bujumbura announces an open competition to implement a program to support U.S. policy objectives and promote shared interests. Projects must…

🏛 U.S. Mission to Burundi 📋 CFDA 19.040 ⏰ Aug 14, 2026 💰 $5,000 – $25,000
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FY 2027 Fulbright Scholar Program

The Fulbright U.S. and Visiting Scholar Programs annually provide approximately 970 awards to U.S. scholars and professionals to lecture and/or conduct research overseas and approximately 1,025…

🏛 Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs 📋 CFDA 19.401 ⏰ Aug 14, 2026 💰 $8,650,000 – $8,650,000
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Frequently asked questions

How many grants for private university are available?
Grantoria currently lists 1,534 grants for private university, of which 863 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 $2.04B, 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 private 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 grants for Private University

Private universities access substantial federal funding through competitive grants administered by agencies like the National Institutes of Health and the U.S. National Science Foundation. Currently, 1,534 active grants support institutions in this category, spanning research, capacity building, and program development across health-focused disciplines including cancer research, public health, and health equity initiatives.

Most private university grants follow a competitive application process and typically range from $300,000 to $725,000. These awards frequently target underserved populations including low-income communities, elderly individuals, and people with disabilities. To narrow your search, filter by funding agency, support type, and demographic focus to identify opportunities aligned with your institution's priorities and mission.