Higher Education Grants for Colleges (all higher ed)

As of June 2026, Grantoria lists 95 Higher Education Grants for Colleges (all higher ed) — 47 open right now, across 33 funding agencies. Award amounts range $10K to $15M. The next application deadline is June 5, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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95total grants
47open now
33agencies
$10K–$15Mfunding range
Jun 5next deadline
CLOSING SOON 3 days left Moderate to apply

Reducing Problem Gambling Harm on College Campuses

Reducing Problem Gambling Harm on College Campuses is a grant opportunity from the Ohio Mental Health and Addiction Services, with awards up to $500,000. Administered through…

🏛 Ohio Mental Health and Addiction Services ⏰ Jun 5, 2026 💰 up to $500,000
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OPEN 14 days left Hard to apply

Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS): Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP): State Personnel Development Grants (SPDG) Program, Assistance Listing Number 84.323A

For the addresses for obtaining and submitting an application, please refer to our Common Instructions for Applicants to Department of Education Discretionary Grant Programs, published in…

🏛 Department of Education 📋 CFDA 84.323 ⏰ Jun 16, 2026
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OPEN 20 days left Hard to apply

Primary Care Dental Faculty Development Center Program (PCDFD)

​​The Primary Care Dental Faculty Development Center serves as a resource and training hub to:​Support the development of faculty who teach primary care dentistry. ​Advance community and…

🏛 Health Resources and Services Administration 📋 CFDA 93.976 ⏰ Jun 22, 2026 💰 $500,000 – $1,000,000
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OPEN 20 days left Hard to apply

Dental Faculty Loan Repayment Program (DFLRP)

The purpose of the Dental Faculty Loan Repayment Program is to increase the number of dental and dental hygiene faculty in the workforce by assisting dental…

🏛 Health Resources and Services Administration 📋 CFDA 93.059 ⏰ Jun 22, 2026 💰 $1 – $100,000
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OPEN 20 days left Hard to apply

Nurse Faculty Loan Program (NFLP)

The NFLP seeks to increase the number of qualified nursing faculty nationwide by providing:Low-interest loans for students studying to be nurse faculty. Loan cancelation for graduates who…

🏛 Health Resources and Services Administration 📋 CFDA 93.264 ⏰ Jun 22, 2026 💰 $1 – $2,000,000
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OPEN 21 days left Hard to apply

Open Textbook Pilot Program

The Employment and Training Administration at the U.S. Department of Labor (Labor) is soliciting applications in support of the administration of the Open Textbook Pilot Program…

🏛 Office of Postsecondary Education 📋 CFDA 84.116 ⏰ Jun 23, 2026 💰 $1,500,000 – $2,000,000
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Basic Needs for Postsecondary Students Program

The purpose of the FIPSE-Basic Needs Program is to advance systemic and sustainable solutions to student basic needs insecurity through support programs that address the basic…

🏛 Office of Postsecondary Education 📋 CFDA 84.116 ⏰ Jun 23, 2026 💰 $1,000,000 – $5,000,000
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OPEN 21 days left Hard to apply

FY 26 Teacher Quality Partnership (TQP) Program Competition

The Employment and Training Administration at the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is soliciting application in support of the administration of the Teacher Quality Partnership (TQP)…

🏛 Office of Elementary and Secondary Education 📋 CFDA 84.336 ⏰ Jun 23, 2026
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Frequently asked questions

How many higher education grants for colleges (all higher ed) are available?
Grantoria currently lists 95 higher education grants for colleges (all higher ed), of which 47 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 June 5, 2026 — about 3 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 $10K to $15M, 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. 5,305 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.