Higher Education Grants for Colleges (all higher ed)
As of October 2026, Grantoria lists 132 Higher Education Grants for Colleges (all higher ed) — 32 open right now, across 52 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1K to $20M. The next application deadline is October 30, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.
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…
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 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 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
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
The purpose of this program is to improve the nutrition and overall well-being of mothers, children, and families. MCH Nutrition Training Programs will provide interdisciplinary graduate…
🏛 Health Resources and Services Administration📋 CFDA 93.110⏰ Jan 20, 2027💰
$550,000 – $735,000
The Leadership Education in Adolescent Health (LEAH) Program establishes adolescent and young adult (AYA) health graduate training programs that aim to expand access to high quality,…
🏛 Health Resources and Services Administration📋 CFDA 93.110⏰ Jan 20, 2027💰
$400,000 – $459,370
Synopsis of Program: The fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) hold much promise as sectors of the economy where we can expect to see…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.076⏰ Jan 20, 2027💰
$200,000 – $2,000,000
The Biomedical Research Environment and Sponsored Programs Administration Development (BRE-SPAD) Program aims to promote broad participation in the biomedical research ecosystem by supporting resource limited organizations…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.121⏰ Jan 27, 2027💰
up to $500,000
The Centers of Excellence Program provides grants to health professions schools and other public and nonprofit health or educational entities to assist schools in supporting programs…
🏛 Health Resources and Services Administration📋 CFDA 93.157⏰ Feb 2, 2027💰
$1 – $686,000
The main goal of the S-STEM program is to enable academically talented, low-income students to pursue successful careers in promising STEM fields. Ultimately, the S-STEM program…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.076⏰ Mar 2, 2027💰
$1,000,000 – $5,000,000
How many higher education grants for colleges (all higher ed) are available?
Grantoria currently lists 132 higher education grants for colleges (all higher ed), of which 32 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 30, 2026 — about 11 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 $20M, 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 for colleges (all higher ed), 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 for Colleges (all higher ed)
Most higher education grants require competitive applications, creating intense selection processes that demand strong institutional capacity. 7,368 active grants target colleges across the nation, with the National Institutes of Health, U.S. National Science Foundation, and Health Resources and Services Administration leading as primary funders. Understanding this competitive landscape is essential for strategic planning.
Award sizes typically range from $225K to $750K, with the vast majority distributed through competitive models requiring rigorous peer review. Notably, only 11% of grants in this category demand cost-sharing, reducing financial barriers for many institutions. Filter by support type—such as Capacity Building or Training—to identify grants aligned with your college's strategic priorities.
