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 26 days left Hard to apply

National Science Foundation Translation to Practice (NSF TTP)

The U.S. NSF Directorate for Technology, Innovation and Partnerships (NSF TIP) partners across sectors to advance three primary focus areas – accelerating technology translation and development,…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.076 ⏰ Nov 17, 2026 💰 $600,000 – $2,000,000
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OPEN 27 days left Hard to apply

DoW Breast Cancer, Clinical Research Extension Award

Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Breast Cancer Research Program (BCRP) Clinical Research Extension Award supports research that extends the data collection, follow-up, and analysis of…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Nov 18, 2026
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OPEN 27 days left Hard to apply

DoW Breast Cancer, Breakthrough Award Levels 1 and 2

Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Breast Cancer Research Program (BCRP) Breakthrough Award mechanism supports promising research with high potential to lead to or make breakthroughs…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Nov 18, 2026
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OPEN 27 days left Hard to apply

DoW Rare Cancers Resource and Community Development Award

Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Rare Cancers Research Program (RCRP) Resource and Community Development Award (RCDA) supports the development of research resources and clinical or…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Nov 18, 2026
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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.
Is Grantoria free to use?
Yes — Grantoria is completely free. No account or subscription is required to browse grants for public 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 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.