Higher Education Grants in Illinois

As of October 2026, Grantoria lists 20 Higher Education Grants in Illinois — 3 open right now, across 5 funding agencies. Award amounts range $5K to $1.18M. The next application deadline is October 30, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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20total grants
3open now
5agencies
$5K–$1.18Mfunding range
Oct 30next deadline
OPEN 10 days left Moderate to apply

FY27 Nurse Educator Fellowship Program

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…

🏛 BHE ⏰ Oct 30, 2026 💰 $10,000 – $25,000
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OPEN 27 days left Hard to apply

FY27 Adult Education – Digital Instruction

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…

🏛 Illinois Community College Board ⏰ Nov 16, 2026
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Higher Education grants by state

California (51) Illinois (20) Ohio (19)

Higher Education grants by applicant

Public University (153) Colleges (all higher ed) (132) Private University (119) Nonprofits (103) 501(c)(3) Public Charity (83) Public K-12 School (75) Tribal Nation (72) Community College (68) Public Authority (68) Small Business (SBA-defined) (48) HBCU (39) Tribal Organization (35)

Frequently asked questions

How many higher education grants in illinois are available?
Grantoria currently lists 20 higher education grants in illinois, of which 3 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 10 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 in illinois?
Eligibility is set by each funding program, but higher education grants in illinois in this category most often support: Community College, Public K-12 School, Nonprofits and Public Authority. Check each grant's eligibility summary for the exact applicant types and requirements.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $5K to $1.18M, 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 in illinois, 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.

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