As of October 2026, Grantoria lists 218 Higher Education Grants — 52 open right now, across 70 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1K to $142.87M. The next application deadline is October 20, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.
The Historically Black Colleges and Universities - Excellence in Research (HBCU-EiR) program was established in response to direction provided in the Senate Commerce and Justice, Science…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.078⏰ Oct 20, 2026
The purpose of the Nurse Educator Fellowship Program is to ensure the retention of well-qualified nursing faculty at institutions of higher learning that award degrees in…
The 1890 CBG program, under Assistance Listing Number 10.216 is designed specifically to build the institutional teaching, research, and extension capacities of the eligible institutions through…
🏛 National Institute of Food and Agriculture📋 CFDA 10.216⏰ Nov 4, 2026💰
$50,000 – $750,000
The intent of the grant is to expand capacity for English language services for providers working with asylees, refugees, and migrants. With this funding, adult education…
Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian (LB21) projects build a library and archival workforce that can meet the information needs of communities of all types and sizes…
🏛 Institute of Museum and Library Services📋 CFDA 45.313⏰ Nov 13, 2026💰
$75,000 – $1,000,000
The Digital Instruction for Adult Education grant aims to enhance technology infrastructure and instructional capabilities in Title II Adult Education programs throughout Illinois. The funding will…
The Louis Stokes Alliances for Minority Participation (LSAMP) program invests in the Nation's colleges and universities to aid student success to create a new generation of…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.076⏰ Nov 20, 2026💰
$125,000 – $5,000,000
The HSI Education Grants Program, under assistance listing number 10.223, will promote and strengthen the ability HSIs to carry out education, applied research, and related community…
🏛 National Institute of Food and Agriculture📋 CFDA 10.223⏰ Dec 3, 2026💰
$25,000 – $1,200,000
CREST Center awards provide support to enhance the research capabilities of Minority-serving institutions (MSIs) through the establishment of centers that effectively integrate education and research. CREST…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.076⏰ Dec 4, 2026
The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Division of Lifelong Learning is accepting applications for the Landmarks of American History and Culture and Summer Institutes program.…
🏛 National Endowment for the Humanities📋 CFDA 45.039⏰ Dec 9, 2026💰
$1 – $460,000
The National Science Foundation (NSF) plays a prominent role in the improvement of undergraduate STEM education at the Nation’s colleges and universities. Through the IUSE: Innovation…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.076⏰ Dec 9, 2026
The Agriculture and Food Research Initiative - Education and Workforce Development (EWD) focuses on developing the next generation of research, education, and extension professionals in the…
🏛 National Institute of Food and Agriculture📋 CFDA 10.310⏰ Dec 31, 2026💰
$10,000 – $650,000
The National Parks Business Plan Internship (BPI) goal is to jointly administer a graduate-level internship program focused on improving the business management and operational health of…
🏛 National Park Service📋 CFDA 15.954⏰ Jan 4, 2027💰
up to $1,700,000
The purpose of this Academic Research Enhancement Award (AREA) for Undergraduate-Focused Institutions is to support small scale research grants at institutions that do not receive substantial…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.396⏰ Jan 7, 2027💰
up to $375,000
American scientists and engineers will power the super intelligence (SI) revolution in science and innovation through the Genesis Mission. DOE SC hereby invites applications from United…
🏛 Office of Science📋 CFDA 81.049⏰ Jan 12, 2027💰
$20,000,000 – $20,000,000
Grantoria currently lists 218 higher education grants, of which 52 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 20, 2026 — about 1 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
Who is eligible for higher education grants?
Eligibility is set by each funding program, but higher education grants in this category most often support: Public University, Colleges (all higher ed), Private University and Nonprofits. Check each grant's eligibility summary for the exact applicant types and requirements.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $1K to $142.87M, 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 higher education grants, 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 Higher Education grants
Higher education grants support universities and colleges in advancing research, building institutional capacity, and expanding educational access. With 218 active grants listed in this category, institutions can tap into funding from top agencies including the National Institutes of Health and the U.S. National Science Foundation to strengthen programs and student outcomes.
Most higher education grants fall in the $250K–$750K range and use competitive application processes. Public and private universities, along with colleges, frequently receive awards for capacity building, program development, and training initiatives, particularly those serving first-generation, low-income, and rural students. Filtering by institution type, support focus, and demographic priority helps identify the most relevant opportunities.
