Grants for Private University

As of October 2026, Grantoria lists 1,879 Grants for Private University — 829 open right now, across 180 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1K to $2.04B. The next application deadline is October 26, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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1,879total grants
829open now
180agencies
$1K–$2.04Bfunding range
Oct 26next deadline
OPEN 28 days left Hard to apply

DoW Toxic Exposures Clinical Trial Award

Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Toxic Exposures Research Program (TERP) Clinical Trial Award (CTA) mechanism supports the advancement, execution, and analysis of clinical trials with…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Nov 19, 2026
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OPEN 28 days left Very_hard to apply

Seamless Early-Stage Clinical Drug Development (Phase 1 to 2a) for Novel therapeutic Agents for the Spectrum of Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) and AD-related Dementias (ADRD) (UG3/UH3 Clinical Trial Require

The purpose of this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is to invite applications that bundle independent protocols for phase 1 clinical trials with phase 1b/phase 2a…

🏛 National Institutes of Health 📋 CFDA 93.242 ⏰ Nov 19, 2026
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OPEN 32 days left Hard to apply

NIJ FY 2026 Research on Gender Dysphoria and Violent Crime

This is a notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) for the NIJ FY 2026 Research on Gender Dysphoria and Violent Crime. This opportunity will support foundational research…

🏛 National Institute of Justice 📋 CFDA 16.560 ⏰ Nov 23, 2026 💰 up to $1,000,000
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OPEN 32 days left Hard to apply

NIJ FY 2026 Research and Evaluation on School Safety

This is a notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) for NIJ FY 2026 Research and Evaluation on School Safety. This opportunity will support rigorous research and evaluation…

🏛 National Institute of Justice 📋 CFDA 16.560 ⏰ Nov 23, 2026 💰 up to $5,000,000
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OPEN 39 days left Hard to apply

Advanced Nuclear Energy Licensing Cost-Share Grant Program

U.S. Advanced Nuclear Energy Licensing Cost-Share Grant Program The application deadline for current review cycle, anticipated selection notification date for the current review cycle, and anticipated…

🏛 Idaho Field Office 📋 CFDA 81.121 ⏰ Nov 30, 2026 💰 $5,000 – $8,000,000
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Frequently asked questions

How many grants for private university are available?
Grantoria currently lists 1,879 grants for private university, of which 829 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 October 26, 2026 — about 4 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, 1,879 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.