Higher Education Grants for Private University

As of July 2026, Grantoria lists 104 Higher Education Grants for Private University — 40 open right now, across 33 funding agencies. Award amounts range $2.5K to $15M. The next application deadline is July 21, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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104total grants
40open now
33agencies
$2.5K–$15Mfunding range
Jul 21next deadline
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Public Health Training Centers (PHTC) Program

​​The Public Health Training Center (PHTC) Program aims to increase the knowledge of the public health workforce through traineeships, specialized training and professional development in partnership…

🏛 Health Resources and Services Administration 📋 CFDA 93.516 ⏰ Jul 17, 2026 💰 $1 – $910,000
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OPEN 10 days left Hard to apply

GLS Campus Suicide Prevention Grant Program

The purpose of this program is to support a comprehensive public health and evidence-based approach that: (1) enhances behavioral health services for all college students, including…

🏛 Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis 📋 CFDA 93.532 ⏰ Jul 27, 2026
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OPEN 23 days left Hard to apply

AI Pathways To The Future

Executive Summary The U.S. Department of State’s Embassy Jakarta announces an open competition to implement the AI Pathways to the Future program, a comprehensive initiative designed…

🏛 U.S. Mission to Indonesia 📋 CFDA 19.022 ⏰ Aug 9, 2026 💰 $50,000 – $75,000
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OPEN 28 days left Hard to apply

FY 2027 Fulbright Scholar Program

The Fulbright U.S. and Visiting Scholar Programs annually provide approximately 970 awards to U.S. scholars and professionals to lecture and/or conduct research overseas and approximately 1,025…

🏛 Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs 📋 CFDA 19.401 ⏰ Aug 14, 2026 💰 $8,650,000 – $8,650,000
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OPEN 53 days left Hard to apply

U.S. National Science Foundation Research Traineeship (NRT) Program

The NSF Research Traineeship (NRT) program seeks proposals that explore ways for graduate students in research-based master’s and doctoral degree programs to develop the skills, knowledge,…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.049 ⏰ Sep 8, 2026 💰 $2,000,000 – $3,000,000
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OPEN Hard to apply

Scholarly Editions and Translations

The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Division of Research is accepting applications for the Scholarly Editions and Translations program. The purpose of this program is…

🏛 National Endowment for the Humanities 📋 CFDA 45.040 ⏰ Sep 16, 2026 💰 $1 – $1,000,000
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Frequently asked questions

How many higher education grants for private university are available?
Grantoria currently lists 104 higher education grants for private university, of which 40 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 July 21, 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 $2.5K 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 private 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 Higher Education Grants for Private University

Private universities fund research infrastructure, faculty development programs, and academic capacity-building initiatives through competitive grants. The 6,404 active opportunities in this category are anchored by the National Institutes of Health, which supports biomedical research and training across institutional settings. These grants typically advance scientific discovery, clinical workforce development, and institutional research capabilities.

Most awards cluster between $460,000 and $750,000, with 90 percent employing competitive selection processes. Few grants require cost-sharing arrangements, reducing institutional financial burden. To refine your search, filter by support type—distinguishing between research funding, training programs, and infrastructure development will help match your university's strategic priorities most effectively.