Higher Education Grants for Public University

As of June 2026, Grantoria lists 111 Higher Education Grants for Public University — 63 open right now, across 32 funding agencies. Award amounts range $10K to $142.87M. The next application deadline is June 5, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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111total grants
63open now
32agencies
$10K–$142.87Mfunding 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 10 days left Hard to apply

College Assistance Migrant Program 84.149A

The Employment and Training Administration at the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) and Secretary of Education are soliciting applications in support of the administration of the…

🏛 Office of Elementary and Secondary Education 📋 CFDA 84.149 ⏰ Jun 12, 2026 💰 $180,000 – $550,000
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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

Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) and Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCU) Research and Development Infrastructure Grants Program

The RDI grant program is designed to provide HBCUs and TCCUs with funds to implement transformational investments in research infrastructure, including research productivity, faculty expertise, graduate…

🏛 Office of Postsecondary Education 📋 CFDA 84.116 ⏰ Jun 23, 2026 💰 $2,000,000 – $5,000,000
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Frequently asked questions

How many higher education grants for public university are available?
Grantoria currently lists 111 higher education grants for public university, of which 63 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 $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 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 Higher Education Grants for Public University

The National Institutes of Health funds groundbreaking research and workforce development across public universities, supporting everything from biomedical discovery to health equity initiatives. This category includes 5,305 active grants specifically designed for public university recipients, reflecting sustained federal investment in academic research and training capacity.

Most opportunities here are highly competitive, with 89% requiring formal application processes and median awards ranging from $250,000 to $795,000. Few grants demand cost-sharing, making them accessible to institutions with limited matching funds. Filtering by support type—particularly Capacity Building or Training—will help identify grants aligned with your institution's strategic priorities.