Grants for Public University

As of October 2026, Grantoria lists 2,293 Grants for Public University — 905 open right now, across 229 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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2,293total grants
905open now
229agencies
$1K–$2.04Bfunding range
Oct 26next deadline
OPEN 21 days left Hard to apply

DoW Spinal Cord Injury, Investigator-Initiated Research Award

Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Spinal Cord Injury Research Program (SCIRP) Investigator-Initiated Research Award (IIRA) supports studies that have the potential to make an important…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Nov 12, 2026
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OPEN 21 days left Hard to apply

DoW Spinal Cord Injury, Translational Research Award

Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Spinal Cord Injury Research Program (SCIRP) Translational Research Award (TRA) supports translational research that will accelerate the movement of promising…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Nov 12, 2026
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DoW Spinal Cord Injury, Clinical Trial Award

Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Spinal Cord Injury Research Program (SCIRP) Clinical Trial Award (CTA) supports the rapid implementation of clinical trials with the potential…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Nov 12, 2026
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DoW Vision, Investigator-Initiated Research Award

Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Vision Research Program (VRP) Investigator-Initiated Research Award (IIRA) supports basic through early translational research that will yield highly impactful discoveries…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Nov 12, 2026
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DoW Vision, Translational Research Award

Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Vision Research Program (VRP) Translational Research Award (TRA) supports translational research that transforms a promising discovery into new drugs, devices…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Nov 12, 2026
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ROSES 2025: C.2 Solar System Science

This program element does not have a proposal due date. Proposals may be submitted at any time, pending certain eligibility timing issues related to resubmissions and…

🏛 NASA Headquarters 📋 CFDA 43.001 ⏰ Nov 12, 2026
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National Leadership Grants for Libraries (2027)

National Leadership Grants for Libraries (NLG-L) projects enhance the quality of library services nationwide. The program supports projects that: promote adult reading, and health and financial…

🏛 Institute of Museum and Library Services 📋 CFDA 45.312 ⏰ Nov 13, 2026 💰 $25,000 – $1,000,000
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Environmental Education Grants Program

The Department of Environmental Protection’s Environmental Education Grants Program welcomes applications for the development of innovative formal and non-formal education projects that: 1) Address grant program…

🏛 Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection ⏰ Nov 13, 2026 💰 up to $65,000
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NIDA Mentored Clinical Scientist Development Program Award in Substance Use and Substance Use Disorder Research (K12 Clinical Trial Optional)

This funding opportunity announcement (FOA) encourages applications for institutional research career development (K12) programs that propose to support intensive supervised research training and career development experiences…

🏛 National Institutes of Health 📋 CFDA 93.279 ⏰ Nov 13, 2026 💰 up to $750,000
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Frequently asked questions

How many grants for public university are available?
Grantoria currently lists 2,293 grants for public university, of which 905 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.
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How do I apply?
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About grants for Public University

Public universities pursue diverse funding opportunities to advance research, strengthen institutional capacity, and support community programs. With 2,293 active grants currently listed in this category, institutions can explore support from the National Institutes of Health, U.S. National Science Foundation, and Administration for Community Living. These agencies prioritize projects addressing public health, cancer research, and health equity across underserved populations.

Most public university grants are competitive, with median awards between $300,000 and $742,000. Research, capacity building, and program support dominate funding types, often targeting low-income, elderly, and rural communities. Few grants require cost-sharing, reducing institutional financial burden. Filter by funding agency, support type, and demographic focus to identify opportunities aligned with your institution's priorities.